1987 Renault 5 vs. 2003 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Golf. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 19 kg more than 1987 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Renault 5 (435 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Golf. (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Renault 5 | 2003 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 5 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1419 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4148 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1735 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2512 mm |
