2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 1987 Renault Super 5
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 4,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1987 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 1115 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 Mercedes-Benz CLS (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 1987 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | CLS | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4964 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
