1976 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 36 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Camaro. (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 671 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 2012 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chevrolet Camaro. (358 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Chevrolet Camaro | 2012 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Camaro | Touareg |
Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 358 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1941 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2893 mm |