2005 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 1987 Renault 5
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Prizm is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Prizm. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Prizm. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Prizm weights approximately 4 kg more than 1987 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Renault 5 (435 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Prizm. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Prizm.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Prizm | 1987 Renault 5 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Prizm | 5 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1419 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1086 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2440 mm |