2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1985 Renault Super 5
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 6,198 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 389 more horse power than 1985 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 566 kg more than 1985 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 509 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1985 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Corvette | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6198 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |
