1999 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1977 Renault 4
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Renault 4 would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1977 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1977 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 840 kg more than 1977 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Renault 4, 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, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (486 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Renault 4. (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Corvette | 1977 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Corvette | 4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 486 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 38 L |
