2005 Opel Zafira vs. 1976 Renault 5
To start off, 2005 Opel Zafira 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Zafira (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1976 Renault 5. (93 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Zafira weights approximately 548 kg more than 1976 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Opel Zafira (173 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 5. (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Zafira | 1976 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Zafira | 5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 77 mm |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 38 L |
