2007 Citroen Picasso vs. 1984 Renault 5
To start off, 2007 Citroen Picasso is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen Picasso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 5 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Picasso. (94 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen Picasso weights approximately 379 kg more than 1984 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 5 (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen Picasso. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen Picasso | 1984 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Picasso | 5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 51 L |
