1994 Land Rover Defender vs. 1972 Renault 5
To start off, 1994 Land Rover Defender is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Renault 5 would be higher. At 2,501 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Land Rover Defender (182 HP) has 139 more horse power than 1972 Renault 5. (43 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 5.
Because 1994 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Renault 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Defender 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, 1994 Land Rover Defender (312 Nm) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 5. (64 Nm). This means 1994 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Land Rover Defender | 1972 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Renault |
| Model | Defender | 5 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 43 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
