2010 Renault Scenic vs. 1984 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2010 Renault Scenic is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2010 Renault Scenic. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 223 kg more than 2010 Renault Scenic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Renault Scenic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Scenic. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Renault Scenic | 1984 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
| Model | Scenic | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
