1993 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1995 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 1995 Nissan Maxima is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Corvette 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 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Maxima. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 153 kg more than 1995 Nissan Maxima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 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 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Maxima, 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, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Maxima. (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Corvette | 1995 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Corvette | Maxima |
Year Released | 1993 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |