1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2003 Renault Espace
To start off, 2003 Renault Espace is newer by 35 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 54 more horse power than 2003 Renault Espace. (137 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Espace weights approximately 351 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2003 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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (500 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Espace. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 2003 Renault Espace | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Corvette | Espace |
Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5360 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1761 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2700 mm |