1990 Cadillac Aurora vs. 1981 Renault 5
To start off, 1990 Cadillac Aurora is newer by 9 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 4,465 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Cadillac Aurora (200 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1981 Renault 5. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Aurora should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac Aurora weights approximately 538 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.
Because 1990 Cadillac Aurora is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Renault 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Aurora 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, 1990 Cadillac Aurora (366 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Cadillac Aurora | 1981 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | Aurora | 5 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4465 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2460 mm |
