2003 Acura MDX vs. 1987 Renault 5
To start off, 2003 Acura MDX is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 5 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2003 Acura MDX. (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura MDX weights approximately 884 kg more than 1987 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Renault 5 (435 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura MDX. (333 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura MDX | 1987 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Acura | Renault |
| Model | MDX | 5 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 51 L |
