1997 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1993 Renault Clio
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Clio would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1993 Renault Clio. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 420 kg more than 1993 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Clio. (187 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Corvette | 1993 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Corvette | Clio |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1764 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1400 mm |
