1976 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1996 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chevrolet Camaro (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. (67 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 360 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1976 Chevrolet Camaro (338 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Chevrolet Camaro | 1996 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
Model | Camaro | Vitara |
Year Released | 1976 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1904 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2210 mm |