1977 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2013 Nissan Titan is newer by 36 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 5,765 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Titan (313 HP) has 106 more horse power than 1977 Chevrolet Corvette. (207 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1977 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Titan weights approximately 650 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.
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, 2013 Nissan Titan (522 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chevrolet Corvette. (346 Nm). This means 2013 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chevrolet Corvette. 2013 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1977 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1977 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Corvette | Titan |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5765 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 313 HP |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1564 kg | 2214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2019 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1895 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 106 L |
