1981 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, 2005 Renault Clio is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,765 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 1981 Chevrolet Corvette (380 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (300 Nm). This means 1981 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Corvette | Clio |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5765 cc | 2957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 252 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2480 mm |
