1985 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, 1988 Renault 19 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1988 Renault 19. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 436 kg more than 1988 Renault 19. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 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 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Renault 19, 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, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (448 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 19. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Corvette | 1988 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Corvette | 19 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1052 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2560 mm |
