1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV is newer by 14 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2012 Nissan NV. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan NV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 1058 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan NV. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan NV.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Nissan NV | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Corvette | NV |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 437 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2678 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 6111 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 2131 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3711 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 106 L |