1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 1981 Renault 5
To start off, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 5 would be higher. At 2,463 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 (192 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1981 Renault 5. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1981 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 (235 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 1981 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | 190 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2463 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.3 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.9 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
