1971 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Terrano. (155 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 365 kg more than 1971 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2005 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano 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, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Terrano. (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Corvette | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1529 kg | 1894 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
