2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1997 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 6,198 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 364 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1997 Nissan Terrano II 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, 1997 Nissan Terrano II 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 (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Terrano II. (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1997 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Corvette | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6198 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2470 mm |
