1994 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2006 Nissan Primera

To start off, 2006 Nissan Primera is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,391 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Camaro (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Primera. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Primera weights approximately 35 kg more than 1994 Chevrolet Camaro.

Because 1994 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 1994 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Primera, 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, 1994 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Primera. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Primera.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Chevrolet Camaro 2006 Nissan Primera
Make Chevrolet Nissan
Model Camaro Primera
Year Released 1994 2006
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3391 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 158 HP 139 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 271 Nm 192 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 80.3 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 9.9:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1413 kg 1448 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 4680 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2690 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14 L/100km 9.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 62 L


 

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