2002 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1996 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Skyline (271 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Camaro. (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 90 kg more than 1996 Nissan Skyline.
Because 2002 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 2002 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Skyline, 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 Nissan Skyline (368 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Camaro. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Camaro | 1996 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Camaro | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 368 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2730 mm |
