1977 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1977 Datsun 280
To start off, both 1977 Chevrolet Corvette and 1977 Datsun 280 were released in the same year (1977). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,765 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chevrolet Corvette (207 HP) has 82 more horse power than 1977 Datsun 280. (125 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1977 Datsun 280. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 189 kg more than 1977 Datsun 280. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1977 Chevrolet Corvette (346 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Datsun 280. (197 Nm). This means 1977 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Datsun 280.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chevrolet Corvette | 1977 Datsun 280 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Datsun |
| Model | Corvette | 280 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5765 cc | 2751 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 125 HP |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1564 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 71 L |
