1959 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1995 Renault 19
To start off, 1995 Renault 19 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,636 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1995 Renault 19. (79 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 460 kg more than 1995 Renault 19. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Renault 19, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault 19. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1959 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Chevrolet Corvette | 1995 Renault 19 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Corvette | 19 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4636 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 75.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2550 mm |