1988 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Xterra is newer by 19 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 119 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Xterra. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 58 kg more than 2007 Nissan Xterra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Xterra 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, 2007 Nissan Xterra 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 (502 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Xterra. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Corvette | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5740 cc | 3952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
