1975 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2012 Opel Antara

To start off, 2012 Opel Antara is newer by 37 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, 2012 Opel Antara (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Camaro. (144 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Antara weights approximately 260 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 2012 Opel Antara 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, 2012 Opel Antara 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, 1975 Chevrolet Camaro (338 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Antara. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Antara.

Compare all specifications:

1975 Chevrolet Camaro 2012 Opel Antara
Make Chevrolet Opel
Model Camaro Antara
Year Released 1975 2012
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5735 cc 3194 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 144 HP 224 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 338 Nm 297 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1585 kg 1845 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1260 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2710 mm


 

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