1977 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1987 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1987 Renault Super 5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chevrolet Camaro (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1987 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 890 kg more than 1987 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Chevrolet Camaro (358 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chevrolet Camaro | 1987 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Camaro | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
