1992 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1968 Renault 6
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Renault 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Renault 6 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1968 Renault 6. (47 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 717 kg more than 1968 Renault 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 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 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Renault 6, 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, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 6. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Corvette | 1968 Renault 6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Corvette | 6 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Top Speed | 262 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1462 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2460 mm |
