1970 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2013 Acura ILX

To start off, 2013 Acura ILX is newer by 43 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, 2013 Acura ILX (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura ILX should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 171 kg more than 2013 Acura ILX.

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, 2013 Acura ILX, 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura ILX. (233 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura ILX.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Chevrolet Camaro 2013 Acura ILX
Make Chevrolet Acura
Model Camaro ILX
Year Released 1970 2013
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5025 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 130 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 318 Nm 233 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 4300 RPM
Engine Bore Size 98.3 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.6 mm 99 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1518 kg 1347 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1794 mm
Vehicle Height 1260 mm 1412 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2670 mm


 

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