2007 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1985 Renault 5
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 5 would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country (200 HP) has 42 more horse power than 1985 Renault 5. (158 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 837 kg more than 1985 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Renault 5 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Renault 5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler Town & Country | 1985 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | Town & Country | 5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1809 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 51 L |
