2006 Kia Carens vs. 1986 Renault Super 5
To start off, 2006 Kia Carens is newer by 20 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Carens (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carens weights approximately 1305 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, 2006 Kia Carens (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Carens | 1986 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Carens | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2410 mm |
