1987 Renault Super 5 vs. 2002 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2002 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 2,169 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Saab 03-Sep (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1987 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 835 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, 2002 Saab 03-Sep (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Saab 03-Sep 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 | 2002 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Renault | Saab |
| Model | Super 5 | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 2169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
