1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1991 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 1991 Nissan Vanette is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 20 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 1991 Nissan Vanette | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Corvette | Vanette |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2080 mm |
