1989 Lamborghini LM vs. 1974 Renault 5
To start off, 1989 Lamborghini LM is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault 5 would be higher. At 5,167 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 416 more horse power than 1974 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1985 kg more than 1974 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Renault 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Lamborghini LM will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Lamborghini LM (511 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lamborghini LM | 1974 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Renault |
| Model | LM | 5 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5167 cc | 782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 449 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 511 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2700 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2410 mm |
