2007 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1975 Renault 5
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 5 would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1975 Renault 5. (91 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1978 kg more than 1975 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Renault 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery (441 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 5. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Land Rover Discovery | 1975 Renault 5 | |
Make | Land Rover | Renault |
Model | Discovery | 5 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2720 cc | 1395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 38 L |