1955 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2004 Nissan Xterra 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 4,344 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette (195 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (181 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 523 kg more than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette (353 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (270 Nm). This means 1955 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Corvette | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4344 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1227 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 73 L |
