1998 BMW 318 vs. 1984 Renault 5
To start off, 1998 BMW 318 is newer by 14 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), 1998 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 5 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1998 BMW 318. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 318 weights approximately 374 kg more than 1984 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 5 (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 318 | 1984 Renault 5 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 318 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 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 | 115 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 51 L |
