France vs France — 1980 vs 1995
| 5 Turbo Turbo 2 | Sport Spider Standard | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 160 hp | 150 hp |
| Torque | 155 lb-ft | 140 lb-ft |
| Engine Size | 1,397 cc | 1,998 cc |
| 0-60 mph | 6.4 sec | 6.5 sec |
| Top Speed | 124 mph | 124 mph |
| ¼ Mile | 14.6 sec | 15.0 sec |
| Weight | 2,139 lbs | 2,050 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 2,430 mm | 2,360 mm |
| Length | 3,665 mm | 3,770 mm |
| Units Produced | 4,987 | 1,685 |
| Value (Excellent) | $250,000 | $70,000 |
| Collectibility | 9/10 | 7/10 |
| Rarity | 8/10 | 8/10 |
It's a closely fought contest. The 1980 Renault 5 Turbo Turbo 2 brings quicker acceleration, stronger collectibility to the table, and the 1995 Renault Sport Spider Standard answers with greater rarity, better value. Both are excellent machines that reward their owners in different ways — there's no wrong answer here.
Renault has long offered a diverse lineup, and comparing the 1980 Renault 5 Turbo Turbo 2 with the 1995 Renault Sport Spider Standard highlights the breadth of the marque's engineering philosophy. On paper, the two are remarkably close in power output, with the 1980 Renault 5 Turbo Turbo 2 producing 160 hp and the 1995 Renault Sport Spider Standard delivering 150 hp. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the Renault 5 Turbo uses a Inline-4 Turbo Cléon-Fonte displacing 1,397 cc, while the Renault Sport Spider relies on a Inline-4 DOHC 16V with 1,998 cc. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 1980 Renault 5 Turbo Turbo 2 edges ahead at 6.4 seconds versus 6.5 seconds. On the collector market, the 1980 Renault 5 Turbo Turbo 2 commands a significant premium over the 1995 Renault Sport Spider Standard, reflecting differences in prestige and rarity. From a collectibility standpoint, the 1980 Renault 5 Turbo Turbo 2 rates higher among enthusiasts and auction houses.