1964 Renault 8 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault 8 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro (426 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1964 Renault 8. (95 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 898 kg more than 1964 Renault 8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro (569 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault 8. (99 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Renault 8 | 2010 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
| Model | 8 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 426 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 1751 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1377 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2852 mm |
