2005 Honda Stream vs. 1987 Renault 5
To start off, 2005 Honda Stream is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,671 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Stream (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1987 Renault 5. (118 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Stream weights approximately 524 kg more than 1987 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, 1987 Renault 5 (165 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Stream. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Stream | 1987 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Stream | 5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1671 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
