1987 Renault Super 5 vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 20 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1987 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 785 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, 2007 Renault Clio (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Clio 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 | 2007 Renault Clio | |
Make | Renault | Renault |
Model | Super 5 | Clio |
Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 956 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |