2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1989 Renault 4
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault 4 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1989 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 4.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 4. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1989 Renault 4 has manual transmission. 1989 Renault 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Express | 1989 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Express | 4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2410 mm |
