2003 Lexus IS vs. 1984 Renault 5
To start off, 2003 Lexus IS is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 5 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 5 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2003 Lexus IS. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus IS weights approximately 604 kg more than 1984 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 5 (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lexus IS. (296 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lexus IS | 1984 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Lexus | Renault |
| Model | IS | 5 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 51 L |
