1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Renault Modus
To start off, 2010 Renault Modus is newer by 45 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 323 more horse power than 2010 Renault Modus. (97 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Modus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 315 kg more than 2010 Renault Modus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Renault Modus, 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, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (563 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Modus. (128 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Modus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 Renault Modus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Corvette | Modus |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6491 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 49 L |
