2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1983 Renault 5
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Renault 5 would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1983 Renault 5. (160 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 528 kg more than 1983 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (486 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1983 Renault 5 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Corvette | 5 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
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 | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 486 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 51 L |