1982 Toyota Camry vs. 2012 Nissan Sentra

To start off, 2012 Nissan Sentra is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Sentra (200 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Camry. (106 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 310 kg more than 1982 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Sentra (244 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Camry. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Camry.

Compare all specifications:

1982 Toyota Camry 2012 Nissan Sentra
Make Toyota Nissan
Model Camry Sentra
Year Released 1982 2012
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1973 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 106 HP 200 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 166 Nm 244 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 5200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1100 kg 1410 kg
Vehicle Length 4420 mm 4575 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1791 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1501 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2685 mm


 

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