2003 Oldsmobile Alero vs. 1987 Renault Super 5
To start off, 2003 Oldsmobile Alero is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Oldsmobile Alero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Oldsmobile Alero (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1987 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Oldsmobile Alero should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Oldsmobile Alero weights approximately 665 kg more than 1987 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 Oldsmobile Alero (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Oldsmobile Alero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Oldsmobile Alero | 1987 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
| Model | Alero | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |
