1992 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1992 Renault 19
To start off, both 1992 Chevrolet Corvette and 1992 Renault 19 were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1992 Renault 19. (110 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 429 kg more than 1992 Renault 19. 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, 1992 Renault 19, 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 (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault 19. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Corvette | 1992 Renault 19 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Corvette | 19 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5731 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 512 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 83.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 262 km/hour | 195 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 | 1514 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |