1987 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Sentra is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (200 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Sentra.
Because 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Sentra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (454 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (244 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Corvette | Sentra |
Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |