1990 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2009 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2009 Nissan 370Z is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Camaro. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 154 kg more than 1990 Chevrolet Camaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Camaro. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Chevrolet Camaro | 2009 Nissan 370Z | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Camaro | 370Z |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3133 cc | 3699 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1554 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |