1959 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1999 Renault Avantime

To start off, 1999 Renault Avantime is newer by 40 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 119 more horse power than 1999 Renault Avantime. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Avantime. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Avantime weights approximately 175 kg more than 1959 Chevrolet Corvette.

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, 1999 Renault Avantime, 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) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Avantime. (255 Nm). This means 1959 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Avantime.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Chevrolet Corvette 1999 Renault Avantime
Make Chevrolet Renault
Model Corvette Avantime
Year Released 1959 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4636 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 227 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 407 Nm 255 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1400 kg 1575 kg
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2630 mm


 

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