1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1996 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 1996 Nissan Terrano is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,638 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Terrano. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 474 kg more than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1996 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Terrano will offer significantly more control. 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, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Terrano. (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 1996 Nissan Terrano | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Corvette | Terrano |
Year Released | 1957 | 1996 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4638 cc | 2663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1376 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |