1989 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2010 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Altima is newer by 21 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, 2010 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. (238 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 1989 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 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Altima, 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, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Altima. (349 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Camaro | 2010 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Camaro | Altima |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 467 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2675 mm |
