1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1984 Renault 11
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 11 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (325 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1984 Renault 11. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 588 kg more than 1984 Renault 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 11. (102 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 1984 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Corvette | 11 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2490 mm |
