1999 Renault Scenic vs. 1985 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1999 Renault Scenic 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Scenic (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1985 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Scenic should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Scenic weights approximately 790 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 Renault Scenic (260 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Scenic | 1985 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Scenic | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
