1997 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2005 Nissan Altima is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. 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 94 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Altima. (251 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Altima weights approximately 74 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1997 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 1997 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Altima, 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, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Altima. (338 Nm). This means 1997 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Corvette | Altima |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1469 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 76 L |
