2009 Nissan 370Z vs. 1985 Renault 5
To start off, 2009 Nissan 370Z 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 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1985 Renault 5. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 582 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 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan 370Z | 1985 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | 370Z | 5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3699 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 51 L |
