2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1989 Renault Espace
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault Espace would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (405 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1989 Renault Espace. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 250 kg more than 1989 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (542 Nm) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault Espace. (163 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1989 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Corvette | Espace |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5968 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 405 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
