1970 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2003 Mitsubishi Montero is newer by 33 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, 2003 Mitsubishi Montero (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 622 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Montero will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Mitsubishi Montero (336 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Camaro | 2003 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Camaro | Montero |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 3828 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
