2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1984 Renault 5
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 5 would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1984 Renault 5. (296 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 578 kg more than 1984 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 5. (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Corvette | 1984 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Corvette | 5 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1514 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 51 L |
