1991 Opel Astra vs. 1986 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1991 Opel Astra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Opel Astra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Opel Astra weights approximately 355 kg more than 1986 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, 1991 Opel Astra (169 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Opel Astra | 1986 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Astra | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |
