2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 19 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 286 more horse power than 1988 Renault 19. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 509 kg more than 1988 Renault 19. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 19. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Corvette | 1988 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Corvette | 19 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1514 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
