2001 Pontiac Sunfire vs. 1985 Renault Super 5
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 2,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1985 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 562 kg more than 1985 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 Pontiac Sunfire (203 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Pontiac Sunfire | 1985 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Sunfire | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2398 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |
