2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 1983 Renault 5
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Renault 5 would be higher. At 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1983 Renault 5. (160 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 5.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Renault 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 5. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 1983 Renault 5 has manual transmission. 1983 Renault 5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 1983 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Renault |
| Model | Range Rover Sport | 5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4197 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 51 L |
