2003 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1985 Renault Super 5
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (340 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1985 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 825 kg more than 1985 Renault Super 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, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Corvette | 1985 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Corvette | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 483 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
