2007 Jaguar XKR vs. 1987 Renault Super 5
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XKR is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XKR (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 379 more horse power than 1987 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1987 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Jaguar XKR (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 494 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XKR | 1987 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Renault |
| Model | XKR | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
