1977 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2005 Pontiac Aztek
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Aztek is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Aztek (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1977 Chevrolet Camaro. (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Aztek should accelerate faster than 1977 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Aztek weights approximately 245 kg more than 1977 Chevrolet Camaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Pontiac Aztek is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Aztek 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, 1977 Chevrolet Camaro (358 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Aztek. (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Aztek.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chevrolet Camaro | 2005 Pontiac Aztek | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Camaro | Aztek |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
