1982 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2005 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (200 HP) has 66 more horse power than 2005 Renault Grand Espace. (134 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 206 kg more than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1982 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 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Renault Grand Espace, 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, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (385 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Grand Espace. (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Corvette | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 134 HP |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 70 L |
