1969 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1981 Renault 9 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP) has 278 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 542 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Chevrolet Corvette | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Corvette | 9 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 38 L |
