1970 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2013 GMC Terrain

To start off, 2013 GMC Terrain 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 GMC Terrain (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Terrain weights approximately 315 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2013 GMC Terrain is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Terrain will offer significantly more control. 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 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Terrain.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Chevrolet Camaro 2013 GMC Terrain
Make Chevrolet GMC
Model Camaro Terrain
Year Released 1970 2013
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5025 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 130 HP 180 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6700 RPM
Torque 318 Nm 233 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 4900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 98.3 mm 88 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.6 mm 98 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Flex Fuel
Drive Type Rear AWD
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1518 kg 1833 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 4707 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1260 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2857 mm


 

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