2007 Renault Espace vs. 1969 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2007 Renault Espace is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2007 Renault Espace. (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Espace.
Because 1969 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Renault Espace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Espace. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Espace | 1969 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
| Model | Espace | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 76 L |
