2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 9 would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 1004 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Corvette | 9 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2490 mm |
