1973 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1980 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1980 Nissan Patrol is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chevrolet Camaro (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Patrol. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 640 kg more than 1973 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 1980 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1973 Chevrolet Camaro (379 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Patrol. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chevrolet Camaro | 1980 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Camaro | Patrol |
Year Released | 1973 | 1980 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 379 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2980 mm |