2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1980 Renault 5
To start off, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 5 would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (305 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1980 Renault 5. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1008 kg more than 1980 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (453 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1980 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Jeep | Renault |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | 5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 453 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.7 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 51 L |
