2007 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1984 Renault 5
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Discovery 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 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 29 more horse power than 1984 Renault 5. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1738 kg more than 1984 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 1984 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Land Rover Discovery | 1984 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Renault |
| Model | Discovery | 5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 51 L |
