2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 1986 Renault Super 5
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 380 kg more than 1986 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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Express | 1986 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Express | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2410 mm |
