1988 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2013 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2013 Nissan Sentra is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Sentra. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 219 kg more than 2013 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 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 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Sentra, 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, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Sentra. (174 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Camaro | 2013 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Camaro | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5012 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1496 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
