1955 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2006 Nissan Quest is newer by 51 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 3,868 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Quest (241 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 244 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. (302 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Corvette | Quest |
Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3868 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 241 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |