1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2012 Renault Thalia is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Corvette 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) has 228 more horse power than 2012 Renault Thalia. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 523 kg more than 2012 Renault Thalia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 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 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Renault Thalia, 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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Thalia. (127 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Renault Thalia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Corvette | Thalia |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 97 HP |
Torque | 461 Nm | 127 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4261 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1639 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1439 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2473 mm |