2005 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1984 Renault 5
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 5 would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 5 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier weights approximately 282 kg more than 1984 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 5 (340 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier. (203 Nm). This means 1984 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1984 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Cavalier | 5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 51 L |
