2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1983 Renault 14
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Renault 14. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Renault 14 would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1983 Renault 14. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1743 kg more than 1983 Renault 14. 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 Silverado (488 Nm) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 14. (93 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 14. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1983 Renault 14 has manual transmission. 1983 Renault 14 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1983 Renault 14 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Silverado | 14 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1218 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2608 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 48 L |
