1993 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1952 Nissan Sports
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 1952 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1952 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 825 kg more than 1952 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 463 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Corvette | 1952 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Corvette | Sports |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1952 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 860 cc |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 512 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2160 mm |
