1955 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. (195 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1047 kg more than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. (353 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Corvette | Armada |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4344 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 98.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1227 kg | 2274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 106 L |
