2005 Morgan Plus 8 vs. 1984 Renault 5
To start off, 2005 Morgan Plus 8 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 5 would be higher. At 3,945 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Morgan Plus 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 5 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2005 Morgan Plus 8. (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Morgan Plus 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Morgan Plus 8 weights approximately 174 kg more than 1984 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 5 (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Morgan Plus 8. (305 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Morgan Plus 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Morgan Plus 8 | 1984 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Morgan | Renault |
| Model | Plus 8 | 5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3945 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 51 L |
