1998 Bentley Continental vs. 1985 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1998 Bentley Continental is newer by 13 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 380 more horse power than 1985 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1755 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, 1998 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 809 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Bentley Continental | 1985 Renault Super 5 | |
Make | Bentley | Renault |
Model | Continental | Super 5 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2410 mm |