2009 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 1988 Renault 5
To start off, 2009 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 5 (95 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 Lancia Ypsilon (181 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 5. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lancia Ypsilon | 1988 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Ypsilon | 5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.1 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |
