2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1996 Renault 19
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault 19 would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1996 Renault 19. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 121 kg more than 1996 Renault 19. 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 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault 19. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1996 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Corvette | 19 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
