1986 Nissan Stanza vs. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 5,740 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 652 kg more than 1986 Nissan Stanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (502 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Stanza | 1988 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | Stanza | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 5740 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2580 mm |
