1966 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1999 Nissan Stagea
To start off, 1999 Nissan Stagea is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,999 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Chevrolet Corvette (425 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Stagea. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Stagea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 33 kg more than 1999 Nissan Stagea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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. 1999 Nissan Stagea has automatic transmission and 1966 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1966 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Nissan Stagea will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Chevrolet Corvette | 1999 Nissan Stagea | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Corvette | Stagea |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6999 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1463 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2730 mm |
