1958 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2002 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2002 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. (112 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 196 kg more than 1958 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2002 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Nissan X-Trail 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, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1958 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chevrolet Corvette | 2002 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Corvette | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4637 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1600 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2540 mm |
