1975 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2003 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Sharan (148 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Camaro. (144 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 89 kg more than 1975 Chevrolet Camaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Sharan, 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, 1975 Chevrolet Camaro (338 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Sharan. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chevrolet Camaro | 2003 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Camaro | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1674 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2850 mm |
