1977 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2010 Nissan Patrol is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Patrol (280 HP) has 70 more horse power than 1977 Chevrolet Corvette. (210 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1977 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1108 kg more than 1977 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Nissan Patrol is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Nissan Patrol (399 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chevrolet Corvette. (346 Nm). This means 2010 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Corvette | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 280 HP |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 2785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3075 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 98 L |
