2005 Daewoo Lanos vs. 1976 Renault 5
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,349 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Daewoo Lanos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Lanos (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1976 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Lanos should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Lanos weights approximately 378 kg more than 1976 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Daewoo Lanos (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Daewoo Lanos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Lanos | 1976 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Renault |
| Model | Lanos | 5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
