1992 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1990 Nissan Santana
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Santana would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 392 kg more than 1990 Nissan Santana. 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, 1990 Nissan Santana, 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 (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Santana. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Corvette | 1990 Nissan Santana | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Corvette | Santana |
Year Released | 1992 | 1990 |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1779 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1462 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2560 mm |