1996 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1986 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (228 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1201 kg more than 1986 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 Mercedes-Benz S (315 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mercedes-Benz S | 1986 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | S | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
