2006 Nissan Titan vs. 1983 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Nissan Titan is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Camry. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1186 kg more than 1983 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Titan 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, 2006 Nissan Titan (514 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Camry. (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Titan | 1983 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Titan | Camry |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 514 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2316 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 55 L |
