1996 Infiniti J30 vs. 1985 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1996 Infiniti J30 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Infiniti J30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Infiniti J30 (211 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1985 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Infiniti J30 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Infiniti J30 weights approximately 905 kg more than 1985 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Infiniti J30 (262 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Infiniti J30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Infiniti J30 | 1985 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Renault |
| Model | J30 | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
