2008 Renault Twingo vs. 1986 Renault Super 5
To start off, 2008 Renault Twingo 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 1,149 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Twingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Twingo (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Twingo should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Twingo weights approximately 360 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 Renault Twingo (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Twingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Twingo | 1986 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Twingo | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
