1989 Lotus Esprit vs. 1985 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1989 Lotus Esprit is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lotus Esprit (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1985 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 634 kg more than 1985 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, 1989 Lotus Esprit (353 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lotus Esprit | 1985 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Lotus | Renault |
| Model | Esprit | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
