1992 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Renault Megane
To start off, 2008 Renault Megane is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 349 kg more than 2008 Renault Megane.
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, 2008 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, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Corvette | Megane |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 512 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 262 km/hour | 183 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 Weight | 1514 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
