1982 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2002 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2002 Nissan Pickup is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (201 HP) has 119 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Pickup. (82 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 11 kg more than 2002 Nissan Pickup. 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, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (386 Nm) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Pickup. (163 Nm). This means 1982 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Chevrolet Corvette | 2002 Nissan Pickup | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Corvette | Pickup |
Year Released | 1982 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 82 HP |
Torque | 386 Nm | 163 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2960 mm |