2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1987 Renault Super 5
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 21 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1987 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 566 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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 1987 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Silverado | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 353 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2410 mm |
