1987 Renault 5 vs. 2013 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2013 Nissan Versa is newer by 26 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Versa. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Versa weights approximately 38 kg more than 1987 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Renault 5 (435 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Versa. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Renault 5 | 2013 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | 5 | Versa |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1419 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4455 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1514 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 41 L |
