1994 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2013 Nissan Sentra is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette (401 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Sentra. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 276 kg more than 2013 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 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 1994 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Sentra, 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, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette (523 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Sentra. (174 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Corvette | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5727 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 523 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1294 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1496 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |
