1992 Bugatti EB 110 vs. 1979 Renault 5
To start off, 1992 Bugatti EB 110 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Renault 5 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Bugatti EB 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Bugatti EB 110 (650 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 491 more horse power than 1979 Renault 5. (159 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Bugatti EB 110 should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Bugatti EB 110 weights approximately 452 kg more than 1979 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Bugatti EB 110 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Renault 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Bugatti EB 110 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, 1992 Bugatti EB 110 (637 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1992 Bugatti EB 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Bugatti EB 110 | 1979 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Bugatti | Renault |
| Model | EB 110 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 650 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 56 L |
