1974 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2006 Nissan 1400
To start off, 2006 Nissan 1400 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chevrolet Camaro (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2006 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 10 kg more than 2006 Nissan 1400. 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, 1974 Chevrolet Camaro (338 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Chevrolet Camaro | 2006 Nissan 1400 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Camaro | 1400 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5734 cc | 1397 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 97 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2310 mm |