1997 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Renault Logan
To start off, 2012 Renault Logan is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2012 Renault Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 555 kg more than 2012 Renault Logan. 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, 2012 Renault Logan, 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 (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Logan. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Corvette | Logan |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5737 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 437 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 50 L |
