1967 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Renault Espace
To start off, 2011 Renault Espace is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2011 Renault Espace. (239 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Espace weights approximately 440 kg more than 1967 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1967 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 1967 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Renault Espace, 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, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Espace. (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Renault Espace | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Corvette | Espace |
Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2110 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 83 L |