2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1995 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Almera. (141 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Almera weights approximately 97 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Almera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Almera. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 1995 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Corvette | Almera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 398 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 546 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2540 mm |
