1993 Nissan Terrano II vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 389 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 185 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1993 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Terrano II 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, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Nissan Terrano II | 2012 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | Terrano II | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 505 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1237 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2685 mm |
