1989 Nissan Patrol vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 24 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), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 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 553 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1989 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | Patrol | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| 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 | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1522 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1236 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2685 mm |
