1987 Chevrolet Celebrity vs. 1999 Renault Scenic
To start off, 1999 Renault Scenic is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1999 Renault Scenic. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Scenic weights approximately 5 kg more than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity.
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, 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Scenic. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Scenic. 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity has automatic transmission and 1999 Renault Scenic has manual transmission. 1999 Renault Scenic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity | 1999 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Celebrity | Scenic |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2680 mm |
