1996 BMW 318 vs. 1984 Renault 5
To start off, 1996 BMW 318 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 5 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1996 BMW 318. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 318 weights approximately 509 kg more than 1984 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 5 (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 318. (168 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 318 | 1984 Renault 5 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 318 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 51 L |
