1996 Bentley Azure vs. 1984 Renault 5
To start off, 1996 Bentley Azure is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 5 would be higher. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1984 Renault 5. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1480 kg more than 1984 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, 1996 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 529 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Bentley Azure | 1984 Renault 5 | |
Make | Bentley | Renault |
Model | Azure | 5 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6747 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 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 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 51 L |