2006 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 1985 Renault Super 5
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1985 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 571 kg more than 1985 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | 1985 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Cobalt | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2189 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
