1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2011 Nissan Rogue is newer by 43 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 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (429 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Rogue. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Rogue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Rogue weights approximately 26 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Rogue, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (635 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Rogue. (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Rogue.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Nissan Rogue | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Corvette | Rogue |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6998 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 429 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 635 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1486 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4656 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1659 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |