1964 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1981 Renault 9 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Chevrolet Corvette (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 465 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1964 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Chevrolet Corvette | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Corvette | 9 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 38 L |
