1988 Renault 5 vs. 2001 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2001 Toyota Soarer is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 5 would be higher. At 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1988 Renault 5. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1988 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Toyota Soarer (431 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 5. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 5. 2001 Toyota Soarer has automatic transmission and 1988 Renault 5 has manual transmission. 1988 Renault 5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Soarer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault 5 | 2001 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 5 | Soarer |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2630 mm |
