2005 Nissan Frontier vs. 1986 Renault Super 5
To start off, 2005 Nissan Frontier is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Frontier (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 691 kg more than 1986 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 Nissan Frontier (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Frontier | 1986 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Frontier | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
