1992 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1988 Nissan Micra
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 849 kg more than 1988 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 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 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Nissan Micra, 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, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Corvette | 1988 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Corvette | Micra |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 512 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1514 kg | 665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2310 mm |
