2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1979 Renault 5
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 25 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 3,458 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1979 Renault 5. (159 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 746 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (305 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 5. (221 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 1979 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Colorado | 5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 56 L |
