1989 Nissan Patrol vs. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 614 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1989 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Patrol 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, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan Patrol | 2010 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | Patrol | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1247 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2685 mm |
