1987 Renault 5 vs. 2012 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen GTI 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen GTI (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1987 Renault 5. (118 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 543 kg more than 1987 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Volkswagen GTI (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 5. (165 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Renault 5 | 2012 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 5 | GTI |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 858 kg | 1401 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
