1970 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1996 ZAZ Wagon
To start off, 1996 ZAZ Wagon is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chevrolet Camaro (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1996 ZAZ Wagon. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1996 ZAZ Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 773 kg more than 1996 ZAZ Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 ZAZ Wagon, 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, 1970 Chevrolet Camaro (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 ZAZ Wagon. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 ZAZ Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Camaro | 1996 ZAZ Wagon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | ZAZ |
| Model | Camaro | Wagon |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 1091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2330 mm |
