1992 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2008 Nissan Primera 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 139 kg more than 2008 Nissan Primera.
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, 2008 Nissan Primera, 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 (949 Nm) has 786 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Primera. (163 Nm). This means 1992 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Corvette | Primera |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 949 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 351 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2690 mm |
