1962 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2008 Nissan Navara is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,361 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Navara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Navara weights approximately 562 kg more than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2008 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Navara 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, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Navara. (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1962 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Navara.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Corvette | Navara |
Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5361 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |