1979 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2012 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2012 Nissan NP300 is newer by 33 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, 2012 Nissan NP300 (131 HP) has 21 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. (110 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 2012 Nissan NP300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NP300 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Nissan NP300 (304 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. (252 Nm). This means 2012 Nissan NP300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Camaro | 2012 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Camaro | NP300 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 131 HP |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2960 mm |
