2005 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1985 Renault Super 5
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1985 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 451 kg more than 1985 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer (177 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1985 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Lancer | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
