2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1985 Renault 5
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 17 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), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (405 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1985 Renault 5. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 442 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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (542 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 1985 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Corvette | 5 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5664 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 405 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
