1982 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z is newer by 31 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, 2013 Nissan Z (327 HP) has 126 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. (201 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Z should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Z weights approximately 36 kg more than 1982 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, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (386 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Z. (366 Nm). This means 1982 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Nissan Z | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Corvette | Z |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 327 HP |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11:01:00 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1493 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4246 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1315 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2550 mm |
