1985 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1986 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1986 Nissan Patrol is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 587 kg more than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1986 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (448 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Chevrolet Corvette | 1986 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Corvette | Patrol |
Year Released | 1985 | 1986 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 448 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2980 mm |