1959 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 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 78 more horse power than 1959 Chevrolet Corvette. (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1959 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 874 kg more than 1959 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Chevrolet Corvette. (407 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Corvette | Armada |
Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4636 cc | 5556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 522 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 98.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 92 mm |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2274 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3140 mm |