1978 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chevrolet Camaro (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. (115 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 235 kg more than 1978 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 1978 Chevrolet Camaro (358 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Chevrolet Camaro | 1999 Vauxhall Frontera | |
Make | Chevrolet | Vauxhall |
Model | Camaro | Frontera |
Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 358 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |