2002 AC Aceca vs. 1982 Renault 5
To start off, 2002 AC Aceca is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Renault 5 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 AC Aceca (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1982 Renault 5. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 AC Aceca weights approximately 540 kg more than 1982 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2002 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
2002 AC Aceca | 1982 Renault 5 | |
Make | AC | Renault |
Model | Aceca | 5 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 51 L |