2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1984 Renault 5
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 5 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 272 more horse power than 1984 Renault 5. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 940 kg more than 1984 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, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 1984 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Corvette | 5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |
