1976 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 1976 Chevrolet Camaro (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 260 kg more than 1976 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva 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 (358 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chevrolet Camaro | 2011 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Camaro | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
