1997 Nissan 400 R vs. 2011 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2011 Toyota Camry is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan 400 R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan 400 R would be higher. At 2,768 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan 400 R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan 400 R (400 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Camry. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan 400 R weights approximately 20 kg more than 2011 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Nissan 400 R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan 400 R (471 Nm) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Camry. (226 Nm). This means 1997 Nissan 400 R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Camry. 2011 Toyota Camry has automatic transmission and 1997 Nissan 400 R has manual transmission. 1997 Nissan 400 R will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan 400 R | 2011 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | 400 R | Camry |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2776 mm |
