1991 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1981 Renault 5
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 10 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 538 kg more than 1981 Renault 5.
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, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette (1,139 Nm) has 918 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 5. (221 Nm). This means 1991 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Chevrolet Corvette | 1981 Renault 5 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Corvette | 5 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 158 HP |
Torque | 1139 Nm | 221 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
Top Speed | 322 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1050 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2460 mm |