1994 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1998 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1998 Renault Safrane is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette (401 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1998 Renault Safrane. (113 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Safrane weights approximately 130 kg more than 1994 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1994 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 1994 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Renault Safrane, 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, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette (523 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Safrane. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Safrane. 1998 Renault Safrane has automatic transmission and 1994 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1994 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Renault Safrane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Corvette | 1998 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Corvette | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5727 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 523 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
