2000 Acura RL vs. 1980 Renault 5
To start off, 2000 Acura RL is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 5 would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura RL (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1980 Renault 5. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura RL weights approximately 705 kg more than 1980 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Renault 5 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Renault 5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Acura RL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Acura RL (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura RL | 1980 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Acura | Renault |
| Model | RL | 5 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 51 L |
