2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1983 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (612 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 518 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 494 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1983 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (596 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1983 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Corvette | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 612 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 596 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1582 kg | 2076 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2980 mm |
