1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV is newer by 16 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 69 more horse power than 2012 Nissan NV. (261 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan NV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 1162 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan NV. (381 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan NV.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Nissan NV | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Corvette | NV |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 261 HP |
Torque | 461 Nm | 381 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 2627 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 6111 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 2131 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3711 mm |