1987 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2009 Nissan Murano is newer by 22 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, 2009 Nissan Murano (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. (245 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 76 kg more than 2009 Nissan Murano.
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, 2009 Nissan Murano, 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 (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Murano. (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Corvette | Murano |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 467 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2830 mm |
