1995 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1997 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1997 Nissan Patrol is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,391 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Camaro (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 575 kg more than 1995 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 1995 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 1995 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Patrol, 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, 1995 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (225 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Camaro | 1997 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Camaro | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3391 cc | 2826 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1988 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1810 mm |
