1987 Renault 5 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 5 would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1987 Renault 5. (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 354 kg more than 1987 Renault 5. 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 (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 5. (435 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Renault 5 | 2011 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
| Model | 5 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1419 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 505 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1237 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 68 L |
