2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1985 Renault 5
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 19 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1985 Renault 5. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 428 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 5. (221 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1985 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Corvette | 5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 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 Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |
