2006 Nissan 350Z vs. 1979 Renault 5
To start off, 2006 Nissan 350Z is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Renault 5 would be higher. At 3,491 cc, 2006 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan 350Z (300 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1979 Renault 5. (159 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 740 kg more than 1979 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Nissan 350Z (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan 350Z | 1979 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | 350Z | 5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1397 cc |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 56 L |
