2004 Pontiac GTO vs. 1985 Renault 5
To start off, 2004 Pontiac GTO is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 5 would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac GTO (400 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1985 Renault 5. (346 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 779 kg more than 1985 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 Pontiac GTO (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 5. (430 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Pontiac GTO | 1985 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | GTO | 5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 1526 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |
