2002 Hyundai XG vs. 1987 Renault Super 5
To start off, 2002 Hyundai XG is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai XG is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai XG (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1987 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai XG should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai XG weights approximately 865 kg more than 1987 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, 2002 Hyundai XG (230 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai XG will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai XG | 1987 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | XG | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
