1976 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2011 Acura ZDX
To start off, 2011 Acura ZDX is newer by 35 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, 2011 Acura ZDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Camaro. (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura ZDX should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura ZDX weights approximately 415 kg more than 1976 Chevrolet Camaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Acura ZDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Acura ZDX 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, 2011 Acura ZDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chevrolet Camaro. (338 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Acura ZDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chevrolet Camaro | 2011 Acura ZDX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Acura |
| Model | Camaro | ZDX |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1595 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2751 mm |
