1973 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1990 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 1990 Nissan Vanette is newer by 17 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 122 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 155 kg more than 1990 Nissan Vanette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Vanette. (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Vanette.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chevrolet Camaro | 1990 Nissan Vanette | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Camaro | Vanette |
Year Released | 1973 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 379 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2080 mm |