1997 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1994 Renault Espace
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault Espace 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 241 more horse power than 1994 Renault Espace. (104 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Renault Espace weights approximately 55 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1997 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 1997 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Renault Espace, 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, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Espace. (159 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Corvette | 1994 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Corvette | Espace |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 77 L |
