1961 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2008 Nissan Patrol is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 880 kg more than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2008 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Patrol 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, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Patrol. (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1961 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Corvette | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4637 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 95 L |
