2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1987 Renault 5
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 5 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 463 kg more than 1987 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 5. (435 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 1987 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Silverado | 5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 458 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6340 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 51 L |
