1986 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Nissan Murano

To start off, 2008 Nissan Murano is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Murano (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1986 Chevrolet Corvette. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1986 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Murano weights approximately 432 kg more than 1986 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Murano 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, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Murano. (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Murano.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Chevrolet Corvette 2008 Nissan Murano
Make Chevrolet Nissan
Model Corvette Murano
Year Released 1986 2008
Body Type Coupe Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5733 cc 3498 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 230 HP 231 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 447 Nm 319 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 101.6 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.4 mm 81.4 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 200 km/hour 200 km/hour
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1438 kg 1870 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4780 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1190 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 82 L


 

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