1997 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2007 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Sentra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,391 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (160 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Sentra.
Because 1997 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 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Sentra, 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, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Camaro | 2007 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Camaro | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3391 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
