1979 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,765 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 270 kg more than 2005 Nissan Patrol.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Chevrolet Corvette (366 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (334 Nm). This means 1979 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Corvette | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5765 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 156 HP |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2400 mm |
