1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1995 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Maxima. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 275 kg more than 1995 Nissan Maxima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 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 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Maxima, 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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Maxima. (177 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 1995 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Corvette | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 437 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
