1992 Ferrari 348 vs. 1986 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1992 Ferrari 348 is newer by 6 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 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 770 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, 1992 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ferrari 348 | 1986 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | 348 | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3405 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
