1985 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Nissan Sentra

To start off, 2005 Nissan Sentra is newer by 20 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 65 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Sentra. (165 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 184 kg more than 2005 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1985 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 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Sentra. (244 Nm). This means 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Sentra.

Compare all specifications:

1985 Chevrolet Corvette 2005 Nissan Sentra
Make Chevrolet Nissan
Model Corvette Sentra
Year Released 1985 2005
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5733 cc 2507 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 230 HP 165 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 447 Nm 244 Nm
Engine Bore Size 101.6 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.4 mm 100 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 9.5:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1438 kg 1254 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4520 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1190 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2540 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 50 L


 

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