2002 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1984 Renault 5
To start off, 2002 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 5 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bristol Blenheim (351 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1984 Renault 5. (296 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 804 kg more than 1984 Renault 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, 2002 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 5. (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bristol Blenheim | 1984 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Bristol | Renault |
| Model | Blenheim | 5 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 351 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2440 mm |
