1988 Renault 5 vs. 2010 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2010 Toyota Avensis is newer by 22 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Avensis (145 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1988 Renault 5. (95 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 5.
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, 2010 Toyota Avensis (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 5. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault 5 | 2010 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 5 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
