1978 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2005 Nissan Titan

To start off, 2005 Nissan Titan is newer by 27 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, 2005 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Camaro. (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1978 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Titan weights approximately 623 kg more than 1978 Chevrolet Camaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chevrolet Camaro. (358 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chevrolet Camaro.

Compare all specifications:

1978 Chevrolet Camaro 2005 Nissan Titan
Make Chevrolet Nissan
Model Camaro Titan
Year Released 1978 2005
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5735 cc 5556 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 165 HP 305 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 358 Nm 514 Nm
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1585 kg 2208 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 5700 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1260 mm 1910 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 3560 mm


 

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