1988 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1985 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault Super 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 (295 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1985 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 777 kg more than 1985 Renault Super 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, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chevrolet Corvette | 1985 Renault Super 5 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Corvette | Super 5 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |