1988 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1981 Renault 5
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 5 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1981 Renault 5. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 488 kg more than 1981 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (373 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chevrolet Corvette | 1981 Renault 5 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Corvette | 5 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1538 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |