1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1992 Renault 19
To start off, 1992 Renault 19 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,360 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (191 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1992 Renault 19. (93 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 314 kg more than 1992 Renault 19. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Renault 19, 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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (500 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault 19. (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 1992 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Corvette | 19 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5360 cc | 1792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1096 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2680 mm |
