1998 Honda NSX vs. 1984 Renault 5
To start off, 1998 Honda NSX 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 5 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1998 Honda NSX. (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda NSX weights approximately 528 kg more than 1984 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 5 (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda NSX. (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda NSX | 1984 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | NSX | 5 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
