1999 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1994 Renault 19
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault 19 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 270 more horse power than 1994 Renault 19. (80 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 560 kg more than 1994 Renault 19. 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, 1994 Renault 19, 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 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault 19. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Corvette | 1994 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Corvette | 19 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 486 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 77 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
