2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1989 Renault 4
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault 4 would be higher. At 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1989 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1772 kg more than 1989 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (447 Nm) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 4. (62 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 4. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 1989 Renault 4 has manual transmission. 1989 Renault 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1989 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Avalanche | 4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5325 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2467 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2410 mm |
