1991 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2009 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 144 kg more than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1991 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Qashqai, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. (193 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Corvette | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 512 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 262 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
