1968 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle 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 50 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 89 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. 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, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. (298 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro has automatic transmission and 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle has manual transmission. 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle 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:
| 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle | 1997 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Chevelle | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3768 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2570 mm |
