1993 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2011 Nissan Patrol is newer by 18 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 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (405 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Patrol. (400 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1196 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2011 Nissan Patrol is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Nissan Patrol (559 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. (522 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. 2011 Nissan Patrol has automatic transmission and 1993 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Corvette | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 405 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 559 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1589 kg | 2785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3075 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 98 L |
