2008 Lexus GS vs. 1986 Renault Super 5
To start off, 2008 Lexus GS is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus GS (342 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus GS weights approximately 760 kg more than 1986 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, 2008 Lexus GS (460 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus GS | 1986 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Lexus | Renault |
| Model | GS | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
