2004 Opel Vectra vs. 1986 Renault Super 5
To start off, 2004 Opel Vectra is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Vectra (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Vectra weights approximately 685 kg more than 1986 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, 2004 Opel Vectra (165 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Vectra | 1986 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Vectra | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
