1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1997 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1997 Nissan Skyline is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP) has 59 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Skyline. (271 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 35 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1996 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 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Skyline, 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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Skyline. (367 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Skyline. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 1997 Nissan Skyline has manual transmission. 1997 Nissan Skyline will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 1997 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Corvette | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 271 HP |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2730 mm |
