1987 Renault 5 vs. 2012 Renault Clio
To start off, 2012 Renault Clio is newer by 25 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 1,460 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 2012 Renault Clio. (81 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Clio weights approximately 89 kg more than 1987 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Renault 5 (435 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Clio. (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Renault 5 | 2012 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | 5 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1419 cc | 1460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 55 L |
