2006 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1982 Renault 5
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Renault 5 would be higher. At 3,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (241 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1982 Renault 5. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 5.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz S | 1982 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | S | 5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3720 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 51 L |
