1968 Renault 8 vs. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Renault 8 would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1968 Renault 8. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 740 kg more than 1968 Renault 8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 8. (77 Nm). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 8. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 1968 Renault 8 has manual transmission. 1968 Renault 8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Renault 8 | 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
| Model | 8 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 5664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 339 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 483 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 117 L |
