1972 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1991 Renault Espace
To start off, 1991 Renault Espace is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette (255 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1991 Renault Espace. (152 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 109 kg more than 1991 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Corvette | 1991 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Corvette | Espace |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1700 mm |
