1982 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1983 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1983 Nissan Patrol is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro (163 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Patrol.
Because 1983 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Patrol 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, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Camaro | 1983 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Camaro | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4995 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2980 mm |
