1991 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Camaro. (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 916 kg more than 1991 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, 2011 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Camaro. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Chevrolet Camaro | 2011 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Camaro | Frontier |
Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 3952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |