1968 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2005 Vauxhall Zafira

To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Zafira is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Camaro (155 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Zafira. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 12 kg more than 2005 Vauxhall Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1968 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 1968 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Zafira, 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, 1968 Chevrolet Camaro (320 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Zafira.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Chevrolet Camaro 2005 Vauxhall Zafira
Make Chevrolet Vauxhall
Model Camaro Zafira
Year Released 1968 2005
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4093 cc 1597 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 155 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 150 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 3600 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1402 kg 1390 kg
Vehicle Length 4700 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2700 mm


 

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