1990 Lexus LS vs. 1984 Renault 5
To start off, 1990 Lexus LS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 5 would be higher. At 3,968 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 5 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1990 Lexus LS. (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1990 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lexus LS weights approximately 879 kg more than 1984 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Lexus LS (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 5. (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1990 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lexus LS | 1984 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Lexus | Renault |
| Model | LS | 5 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3968 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2440 mm |
