2007 Honda S2000 vs. 1984 Renault 5
To start off, 2007 Honda S2000 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 5 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2007 Honda S2000. (237 HP @ 8300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda S2000 weights approximately 384 kg more than 1984 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 5 (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda S2000 | 1984 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | S2000 | 5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 51 L |
