1994 Nissan Sentra vs. 1987 Renault 5
To start off, 1994 Nissan Sentra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1994 Nissan Sentra. (98 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Renault 5 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1994 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Renault 5 (435 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Sentra. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Nissan Sentra | 1987 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Sentra | 5 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1011 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2440 mm |
