1997 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1987 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 3,391 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (160 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1987 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 718 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, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Camaro | 1987 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Camaro | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3391 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
