1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Renault Duster

To start off, 2011 Renault Duster is newer by 43 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 83 more horse power than 2011 Renault Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 210 kg more than 2011 Renault Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 Renault Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Renault Duster will offer significantly more control. 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 323 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Duster.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Chevrolet Corvette 2011 Renault Duster
Make Chevrolet Renault
Model Corvette Duster
Year Released 1968 2011
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5360 cc 1461 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 191 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 500 Nm 177 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1410 kg 1200 kg
Vehicle Length 4650 mm 4315 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1822 mm
Vehicle Height 1230 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2673 mm


 

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