1985 Renault Espace vs. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault Espace would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1985 Renault Espace. (152 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 71 kg more than 1985 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, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault Espace | 2011 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
| Model | Espace | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1247 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2685 mm |
