2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1985 Renault 5
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 5 would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (385 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1985 Renault 5. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 441 kg more than 1985 Renault 5. 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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (522 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 1985 Renault 5 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Corvette | 5 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5664 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |