2009 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1981 Renault 5
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 5 would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1981 Renault 5. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1654 kg more than 1981 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Renault 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Discovery | 1981 Renault 5 | |
Make | Land Rover | Renault |
Model | Discovery | 5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4394 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 425 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2704 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 51 L |