1987 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2008 Nissan Navara is newer by 21 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (245 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Navara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Navara weights approximately 514 kg more than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2008 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Navara 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, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Navara. (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Navara.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Corvette | Navara |
Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 467 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 254 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 2032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3210 mm |