1989 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2006 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2006 Nissan Patrol is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. (238 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Patrol. (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Chevrolet Camaro | 2006 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Camaro | Patrol |
Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 4758 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 467 Nm | 425 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2980 mm |