1962 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1987 Renault 11
To start off, 1987 Renault 11 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,361 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1987 Renault 11. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 645 kg more than 1987 Renault 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Renault 11, 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, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 11. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Chevrolet Corvette | 1987 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Corvette | 11 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5361 cc | 1237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2490 mm |
