1987 Toyota Camry vs. 2012 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2012 Nissan Frontier is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Camry. (83 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 652 kg more than 1987 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Frontier 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 Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Camry. (164 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Toyota Camry | 2012 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Toyota | Nissan |
Model | Camry | Frontier |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1922 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3200 mm |