2001 Lexus SC vs. 1986 Renault Super 5
To start off, 2001 Lexus SC is newer by 15 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lexus SC (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lexus SC weights approximately 780 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, 2001 Lexus SC (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lexus SC | 1986 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Lexus | Renault |
| Model | SC | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |
