1971 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2003 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2003 Nissan Quest is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Quest (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1971 Chevrolet Camaro. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1971 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Quest weights approximately 309 kg more than 1971 Chevrolet Camaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Quest, 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, 2003 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chevrolet Camaro. (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet Camaro | 2003 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Camaro | Quest |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3160 mm |
