1972 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2001 Nissan Moco
To start off, 2001 Nissan Moco is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette (255 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Moco. (53 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Moco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 389 kg more than 2001 Nissan Moco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Nissan Moco is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Moco 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, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Moco. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Moco. 2001 Nissan Moco has automatic transmission and 1972 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1972 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Nissan Moco will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Corvette | 2001 Nissan Moco | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Corvette | Moco |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2370 mm |
