1990 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Nissan Armada

To start off, 2005 Nissan Armada is newer by 15 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 336 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Armada. (305 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 804 kg more than 1990 Chevrolet Corvette.

Let's talk about torque, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette (906 Nm) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Armada. (522 Nm). This means 1990 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Armada.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Chevrolet Corvette 2005 Nissan Armada
Make Chevrolet Nissan
Model Corvette Armada
Year Released 1990 2005
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5727 cc 5556 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 641 HP 305 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 906 Nm 522 Nm
Number of Seats 2 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1540 kg 2344 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 5260 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1150 mm 1980 mm