2011 Nissan Frontier vs. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier is newer by 14 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Frontier. (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Frontier.
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 (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Frontier. (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Frontier. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro has automatic transmission and 2011 Nissan Frontier has manual transmission. 2011 Nissan Frontier will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Nissan Frontier | 1997 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
Model | Frontier | Camaro |
Year Released | 2011 | 1997 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2486 cc | 3789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2570 mm |