1992 Plymouth Laser vs. 1983 Renault 5
To start off, 1992 Plymouth Laser is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Plymouth Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Renault 5 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1992 Plymouth Laser. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1992 Plymouth Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Plymouth Laser weights approximately 280 kg more than 1983 Renault 5.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1983 Renault 5 (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Plymouth Laser. (142 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Plymouth Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Plymouth Laser | 1983 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Renault |
| Model | Laser | 5 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
