1972 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 81 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 1972 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 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta, 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, 1972 Chevrolet Camaro (251 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. (171 Nm). This means 1972 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Camaro | 2005 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Camaro | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
