1968 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2008 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2008 Nissan Primera is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Camaro (155 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Primera. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Primera weights approximately 14 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 1968 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1968 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Primera, 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, 1968 Chevrolet Camaro (320 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Primera. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Camaro | 2008 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Camaro | Primera |
Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.7 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 1416 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |