1974 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1978 Lada 1600
To start off, 1978 Lada 1600 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chevrolet Camaro (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1978 Lada 1600. (78 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1978 Lada 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 555 kg more than 1978 Lada 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1974 Chevrolet Camaro (338 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lada 1600. (122 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lada 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Chevrolet Camaro | 1978 Lada 1600 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lada |
Model | Camaro | 1600 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5734 cc | 1568 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2430 mm |