1969 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1993 Renault Express
To start off, 1993 Renault Express is newer by 24 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1993 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 582 kg more than 1993 Renault Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Renault Express, 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, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Express. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Chevrolet Corvette | 1993 Renault Express | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Corvette | Express |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2590 mm |
