2002 Oldsmobile Aurora vs. 1983 Renault 5
To start off, 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Renault 5 would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora (247 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1983 Renault 5. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 855 kg more than 1983 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 5. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora | 1983 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
| Model | Aurora | 5 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
