1993 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2010 Nissan Murano is newer by 17 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 (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Murano. (265 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Murano weights approximately 189 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2010 Nissan Murano, 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 (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Murano. (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Corvette | Murano |
Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 512 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1764 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4788 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1702 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2824 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 82 L |