2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1995 Renault Sport Spider
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Sport Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Sport Spider would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1995 Renault Sport Spider. (144 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Sport Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1650 kg more than 1995 Renault Sport Spider. 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 Express (400 Nm) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Sport Spider. (181 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Sport Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1995 Renault Sport Spider | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Express | Sport Spider |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Van | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2580 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 50 L |
