1971 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2007 Nissan Patrol is newer by 36 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 174 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 881 kg more than 1971 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2007 Nissan Patrol 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, 2007 Nissan Patrol 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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Patrol. (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Corvette | Patrol |
Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 102 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1529 kg | 2410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 95 L |