2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1986 Renault Super 5
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 23 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 566 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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (516 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 1986 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Silverado | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 516 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2410 mm |
