1971 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1971 Renault 8
To start off, both 1971 Chevrolet Corvette and 1971 Renault 8 were released in the same year (1971). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1971 Renault 8. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 749 kg more than 1971 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.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Chevrolet Corvette | 1971 Renault 8 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Corvette | 8 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
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 | 330 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1529 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |