1971 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2005 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet Camaro (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 335 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Samurai 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, 1971 Chevrolet Camaro (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Samurai. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet Camaro | 2005 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Camaro | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1700 mm |
