2003 Bentley Azure vs. 1988 Renault 5
To start off, 2003 Bentley Azure is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 5 would be higher. At 6,745 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1988 Renault 5. (95 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 5.
Because 2003 Bentley Azure is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Renault 5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 607 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 5. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 5. 2003 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1988 Renault 5 has manual transmission. 1988 Renault 5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bentley Azure | 1988 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Bentley | Renault |
| Model | Azure | 5 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6745 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2420 mm |
