2009 Jaguar XF vs. 1985 Renault 5
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XF is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 5 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XF (410 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1985 Renault 5. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XF weights approximately 870 kg more than 1985 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, 2009 Jaguar XF (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XF | 1985 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Renault |
| Model | XF | 5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.6 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
