2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 vs. 1976 Renault 5
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1976 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 5.
Because 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Renault 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Discovery 3 (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 | 1976 Renault 5 | |
Make | Land Rover | Renault |
Model | Discovery 3 | 5 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4394 cc | 782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 425 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1530 mm |