1987 Renault Super 5 vs. 1981 Volkswagen Santana
To start off, 1987 Renault Super 5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volkswagen Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volkswagen Santana would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Volkswagen Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Volkswagen Santana (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1987 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Volkswagen Santana should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Volkswagen Santana weights approximately 295 kg more than 1987 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Volkswagen Santana (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Volkswagen Santana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Renault Super 5 | 1981 Volkswagen Santana | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Super 5 | Santana |
Year Released | 1987 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 956 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2560 mm |