2003 Kia Opirus vs. 1985 Renault Super 5
To start off, 2003 Kia Opirus is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Kia Opirus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Opirus (196 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1985 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Opirus should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Opirus weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1985 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, 2003 Kia Opirus (295 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Opirus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Opirus | 1985 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Opirus | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |
