1973 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2007 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2007 Renault Trafic is newer by 34 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, 1973 Chevrolet Camaro (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2007 Renault Trafic. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Trafic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Trafic weights approximately 260 kg more than 1973 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 2007 Renault Trafic, 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Trafic. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Trafic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Camaro | 2007 Renault Trafic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Camaro | Trafic |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 379 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3100 mm |
