2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1968 Renault 8
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Renault 8 would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 1968 Renault 8. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 690 kg more than 1968 Renault 8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 8. (77 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Corvette | 1968 Renault 8 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Corvette | 8 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5968 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 77 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2270 mm |