2000 Acura RL vs. 1985 Renault 5
To start off, 2000 Acura RL is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 5 would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 5 (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2000 Acura RL. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura RL weights approximately 769 kg more than 1985 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 5 (430 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura RL. (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura RL | 1985 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Acura | Renault |
| Model | RL | 5 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 1526 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 51 L |
