1970 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2011 Saab 9-4X
To start off, 2011 Saab 9-4X is newer by 41 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, 2011 Saab 9-4X (265 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 9-4X should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 2011 Saab 9-4X, 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Saab 9-4X. (302 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Saab 9-4X.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Camaro | 2011 Saab 9-4X | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saab |
| Model | Camaro | 9-4X |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6950 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4829 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2807 mm |
