1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2008 Nissan Terrano is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Terrano. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 258 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2008 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Terrano 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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Terrano. (304 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Corvette | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5737 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 437 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 72 L |
