1972 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2009 Opel Astra
To start off, 2009 Opel Astra is newer by 37 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, 2009 Opel Astra (197 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 72 kg more than 2009 Opel Astra.
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, 2009 Opel Astra, 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, 2009 Opel Astra (262 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Camaro | 2009 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Camaro | Astra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.2 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 52 L |
