1997 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Megane 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 209 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (136 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 219 kg more than 1996 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Renault Megane, 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 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Corvette | 1996 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Corvette | Megane |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 277 km/hour | 213 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
