1985 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2010 Nissan Titan is newer by 25 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, 2010 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2010 Nissan Titan 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, 2010 Nissan Titan 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, 2010 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. (448 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Corvette | Titan |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 4060 mm |
