1970 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2006 Kia Optima
To start off, 2006 Kia Optima is newer by 36 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, 2006 Kia Optima (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 30 kg more than 2006 Kia Optima.
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, 2006 Kia Optima, 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Optima. (199 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chevrolet Camaro | 2006 Kia Optima | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Camaro | Optima |
Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 86.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |