2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1987 Renault Super 5
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK (342 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1987 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 925 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 Mercedes-Benz CLK (520 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1987 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | CLK | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2410 mm |
