1972 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 32 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 45 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (210 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 332 kg more than 1972 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette (380 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (334 Nm). This means 1972 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Corvette | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1831 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 73 L |
