1987 Renault Super 5 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 23 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 2,034 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1987 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 610 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz A 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 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Renault | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Super 5 | A |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 2034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2570 mm |
