1979 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2007 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Sentra is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Sentra (178 HP) has 68 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. (110 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 1979 Chevrolet Camaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Sentra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro (252 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (233 Nm). This means 1979 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Camaro | 2007 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Camaro | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 178 HP |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2690 mm |
