1999 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1978 Renault 5
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault 5 would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (320 HP) has 162 more horse power than 1978 Renault 5. (158 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 573 kg more than 1978 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (468 Nm) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 5. (221 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Camaro | 1978 Renault 5 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Camaro | 5 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 158 HP |
Torque | 468 Nm | 221 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 7.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2440 mm |