1995 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1986 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier weights approximately 492 kg more than 1986 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, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1986 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Cavalier | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2190 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |
