1995 Bentley Continental vs. 1982 Renault 5
To start off, 1995 Bentley Continental is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Renault 5 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Bentley Continental (381 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1982 Renault 5. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1450 kg more than 1982 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1995 Bentley Continental (717 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 496 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1995 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Bentley Continental | 1982 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Bentley | Renault |
| Model | Continental | 5 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 717 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 20.6 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 51 L |
