2004 Nissan Frontier vs. 1987 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 42 kg more than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (454 Nm) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (209 Nm). This means 1987 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Nissan Frontier | 1987 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
Model | Frontier | Corvette |
Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 454 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1438 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |