1987 Renault 5 vs. 2010 Honda Fit
To start off, 2010 Honda Fit is newer by 23 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 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (118 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2010 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Fit weights approximately 294 kg more than 1987 Renault 5.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1987 Renault 5 (165 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Fit. 2010 Honda Fit has automatic transmission and 1987 Renault 5 has manual transmission. 1987 Renault 5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Fit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Renault 5 | 2010 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | 5 | Fit |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 858 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
