2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1966 Renault 8
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Renault 8 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1966 Renault 8. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1662 kg more than 1966 Renault 8. 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 Express (339 Nm) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault 8. (78 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1966 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Express | 8 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 78 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2402 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 38 L |
