1962 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1987 Renault 5
To start off, 1987 Renault 5 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 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1987 Renault 5. (118 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 612 kg more than 1987 Renault 5. 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 5, 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 (488 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 5. (165 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1962 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Chevrolet Corvette | 1987 Renault 5 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Corvette | 5 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5361 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 858 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |