1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 6 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 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 330 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 2002 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Corvette | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5737 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 437 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |
