2007 Jeep Liberty vs. 1988 Renault 5
To start off, 2007 Jeep Liberty is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 5 would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1988 Renault 5. (95 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 5.
Because 2007 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Renault 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Liberty will offer significantly more control. 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 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 5. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 5. 2007 Jeep Liberty has automatic transmission and 1988 Renault 5 has manual transmission. 1988 Renault 5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jeep Liberty will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Liberty | 1988 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Jeep | Renault |
| Model | Liberty | 5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 50 L |
