1963 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2009 Renault Trafic is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,353 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2009 Renault Trafic. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Trafic.
Because 1963 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 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Renault Trafic, 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, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Trafic. (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1963 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Trafic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Renault Trafic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Corvette | Trafic |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 90 L |
