1987 Renault Super 5 vs. 2003 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Vectra is newer by 16 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Vectra (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1987 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Vectra should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Vectra weights approximately 590 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, 2003 Vauxhall Vectra (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Vectra 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 | 2003 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | Renault | Vauxhall |
| Model | Super 5 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
