2005 Nissan Patrol vs. 1987 Renault Super 5
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (249 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1987 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1660 kg more than 1987 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 Patrol (420 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Patrol | 1987 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Patrol | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4759 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 695 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2410 mm |
