2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1985 Renault Super 5
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,324 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1985 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 383 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 Silverado (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 1985 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Silverado | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5324 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2410 mm |
