1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Renault Grand Scenic
To start off, 2010 Renault Grand Scenic is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,680 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Grand Scenic weights approximately 469 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1998 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 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Renault Grand Scenic, 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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (678 Nm) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Grand Scenic. (300 Nm). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Grand Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 Renault Grand Scenic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Corvette | Grand Scenic |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5680 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Top Speed | 327 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
