1986 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1997 Nissan Primera
To start off, 1997 Nissan Primera is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,040 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Primera. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 410 kg more than 1997 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 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 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Primera, 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, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro (386 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Primera. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Chevrolet Camaro | 1997 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Camaro | Primera |
Year Released | 1986 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5040 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 386 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2610 mm |