1984 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Sentra is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Sentra. (200 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 47 kg more than 2011 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Sentra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Sentra. (244 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Corvette | Sentra |
Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1391 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4575 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |