2004 Bentley Continental vs. 1984 Renault 5
To start off, 2004 Bentley Continental is newer by 20 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1984 Renault 5. (296 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1514 kg more than 1984 Renault 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, 2004 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 535 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 5. (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bentley Continental | 1984 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Bentley | Renault |
| Model | Continental | 5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 51 L |
