1975 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 29 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 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Camaro. (144 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 689 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 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chevrolet Camaro. (338 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chevrolet Camaro | 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Camaro | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 5963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3650 mm |
