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 |