2000 Kia Potentia vs. 1986 Renault Super 5
To start off, 2000 Kia Potentia is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Potentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Potentia (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Potentia should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Potentia weights approximately 770 kg more than 1986 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, 2000 Kia Potentia (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Potentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Potentia | 1986 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Potentia | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |
