1978 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2004 Nissan Xterra is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chevrolet Camaro (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 43 kg more than 1978 Chevrolet Camaro.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Chevrolet Camaro (358 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm). This means 1978 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chevrolet Camaro | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Camaro | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1628 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2540 mm |
