2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1991 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 432 kg more than 1991 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 1991 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Corvette | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 483 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1400 mm |
