1995 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2008 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 117 kg more than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Qashqai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Qashqai 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, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. (196 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Corvette | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 259 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |
