1988 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Renault Megane
To start off, 2009 Renault Megane is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,740 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 2009 Renault Megane. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Megane.
Because 1988 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 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Renault Megane, 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, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (502 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Corvette | Megane |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5740 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
