1970 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 42 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 17 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 254 kg more 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, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan, 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Camaro | 2012 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Camaro | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2919 mm |
