2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1987 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan Vanette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Vanette would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP) has 340 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Vanette. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 20 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (544 Nm) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Vanette. (123 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Vanette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 1987 Nissan Vanette | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Corvette | Vanette |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 544 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2080 mm |
