2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1987 Renault Super 5
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 1987 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 383 kg more than 1987 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 SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet SSR | 1987 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | SSR | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
