1988 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Corvette 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 142 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 362 kg more than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (502 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chevrolet Corvette | 2002 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Corvette | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5740 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 502 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 81.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |