1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2007 Nissan Primera is newer by 11 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 (325 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Primera. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 162 kg more than 2007 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Nissan Primera, 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Primera. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Corvette | Primera |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1361 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 62 L |
