1960 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2003 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2003 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2003 Renault Grand Espace. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 260 kg more than 1960 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1960 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 1960 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Renault Grand Espace, 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, 1960 Chevrolet Corvette (408 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Grand Espace. (182 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1960 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Chevrolet Corvette | 2003 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Corvette | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4637 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
