1990 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1999 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 1999 Nissan Xterra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette (641 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 464 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Xterra. (177 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 140 kg more than 1990 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1999 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette (906 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 632 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Xterra. (274 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Chevrolet Corvette | 1999 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Corvette | Xterra |
Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5727 cc | 3275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 641 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 906 Nm | 274 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1900 mm |