2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1989 Renault Espace
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 19 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 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 397 more horse power than 1989 Renault Espace. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 66 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, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 1989 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Corvette | Espace |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 505 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
