1992 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Renault Duster
To start off, 2011 Renault Duster is newer by 19 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. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 2011 Renault Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 314 kg more than 2011 Renault Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Renault Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Renault Duster will offer significantly more control. 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 364 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Duster.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Renault Duster | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Corvette | Duster |
Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5731 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 512 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 262 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1514 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2673 mm |