2003 Hyundai Accent vs. 1983 Renault 5
To start off, 2003 Hyundai Accent is newer by 20 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 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Renault 5 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai Accent. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 165 kg more than 1983 Renault 5.
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, 1983 Renault 5 (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Accent. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Hyundai Accent | 1983 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Accent | 5 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1340 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 38 L |
