1970 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2006 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2006 Saturn Vue 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 Saturn Vue (144 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 74 kg more than 2006 Saturn Vue.
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 Saturn Vue, 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn Vue. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chevrolet Camaro | 2006 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Chevrolet | Saturn |
Model | Camaro | Vue |
Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1444 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |