1989 Fiat Croma vs. 1985 Renault 5
To start off, 1989 Fiat Croma is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 5 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 5 (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Croma. (116 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Fiat Croma weights approximately 464 kg more than 1985 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 5 (430 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Croma. (245 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Croma | 1985 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Croma | 5 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1526 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |
