1973 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2003 Acura RL
To start off, 2003 Acura RL is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura RL (225 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Camaro. (208 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura RL weights approximately 90 kg more than 1973 Chevrolet Camaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Acura RL, 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, 1973 Chevrolet Camaro (379 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura RL. (313 Nm). This means 1973 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Camaro | 2003 Acura RL | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Acura |
| Model | Camaro | RL |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 225 HP |
| Torque | 379 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 91 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 | 1585 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2920 mm |
