1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1986 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 10 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 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (255 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 862 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, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Camaro | 1986 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Camaro | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1557 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
