1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2005 Nissan Titan is newer by 37 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Titan. (305 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Titan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Titan weights approximately 745 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2005 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan 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, 2005 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. (488 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Corvette | Titan |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 514 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 98.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1463 kg | 2208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 106 L |
