1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas vs. 1985 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas is newer by 14 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1985 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas weights approximately 1105 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, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas (394 Nm) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm). This means 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas | 1985 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Renault |
| Model | Vanden Plas | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2410 mm |
