1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1993 Renault Clio
To start off, 1993 Renault Clio is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,491 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (420 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1993 Renault Clio. (148 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 475 kg more than 1993 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (563 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Clio. (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 1993 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Corvette | Clio |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6491 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
