1997 Nissan 400 R vs. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan 400 R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan 400 R would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1997 Nissan 400 R. (400 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan 400 R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan 400 R weights approximately 110 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1997 Nissan 400 R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R 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, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan 400 R. (471 Nm). This means 2010 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan 400 R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan 400 R | 2010 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | 400 R | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 505 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1237 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2685 mm |
