1988 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1987 Nissan Mid4
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan Mid4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Mid4 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Nissan Mid4 (325 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. (295 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Nissan Mid4 should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 68 kg more than 1987 Nissan Mid4.
Because 1987 Nissan Mid4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Nissan Mid4 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, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Mid4. (390 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Mid4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Corvette | 1987 Nissan Mid4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Corvette | Mid4 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1987 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1210 mm |
