2000 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1972 Renault 5
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Renault 5 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro (191 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1972 Renault 5. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 855 kg more than 1972 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Camaro 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 2000 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Renault 5, 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 Chevrolet Camaro (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 5. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Camaro | 1972 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Camaro | 5 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2410 mm |
