1992 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Nissan Patrol

To start off, 2008 Nissan Patrol is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Corvette 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 224 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 766 kg more than 1992 Chevrolet Corvette.

Because 2008 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Patrol 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, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Patrol. (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Patrol.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Chevrolet Corvette 2008 Nissan Patrol
Make Chevrolet Nissan
Model Corvette Patrol
Year Released 1992 2008
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5731 cc 2953 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 380 HP 156 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 2000 RPM
Torque 512 Nm 323 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 99 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 102 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 17.9:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 262 km/hour 160 km/hour
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1514 kg 2280 kg
Vehicle Length 4540 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1210 mm 1850 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2400 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 95 L


 

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