1997 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1997 Nissan Trailrunner
To start off, both 1997 Chevrolet Corvette and 1997 Nissan Trailrunner were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Trailrunner. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Trailrunner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 115 kg more than 1997 Nissan Trailrunner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Nissan Trailrunner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Trailrunner 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, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Trailrunner. (200 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Trailrunner. 1997 Nissan Trailrunner has automatic transmission and 1997 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1997 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Nissan Trailrunner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Corvette | 1997 Nissan Trailrunner | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Corvette | Trailrunner |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |