1985 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV is newer by 27 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, 2012 Nissan NV (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NV should accelerate faster than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 1220 kg more than 1985 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, 2012 Nissan NV (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. (448 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan NV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Nissan NV | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Corvette | NV |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5600 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 | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 6111 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 2156 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3711 mm |
