1997 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2010 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2010 Nissan NP300 is newer by 13 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 6 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (468 Nm) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan NP300. (169 Nm). This means 1997 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Camaro | 2010 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Camaro | NP300 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 112 HP |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2960 mm |
