1988 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Renault Logan
To start off, 2012 Renault Logan is newer by 24 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) has 306 more horse power than 2012 Renault Logan. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 423 kg more than 2012 Renault Logan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Renault Logan, 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 390 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Logan. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Corvette | Logan |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5740 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
