1993 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1979 Renault 5
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Renault 5 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet S-10 (187 HP) has 28 more horse power than 1979 Renault 5. (159 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1979 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, 1993 Chevrolet S-10 (319 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 5. (221 Nm). This means 1993 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet S-10 | 1979 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | S-10 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 159 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2440 mm |
