1971 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Sentra is newer by 37 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 190 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 876 kg more than 1971 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1971 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 1971 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Sentra, 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, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Corvette | Sentra |
Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1529 kg | 2405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |