1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2012 Nissan Quest

To start off, 2012 Nissan Quest is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (435 HP) has 175 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Quest. (260 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Quest weights approximately 804 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro.

Because 1996 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 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Quest, 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, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (576 Nm) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Quest.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Chevrolet Camaro 2012 Nissan Quest
Make Chevrolet Nissan
Model Camaro Quest
Year Released 1996 2012
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6276 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 1 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 435 HP 260 HP
Torque 576 Nm 325 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual CVT
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1187 kg 1991 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 5100 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1971 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1816 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 3000 mm


 

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