1978 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2000 Pontiac Piranha
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Piranha is newer by 22 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, 2000 Pontiac Piranha (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Camaro. (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Piranha should accelerate faster than 1978 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 45 kg more than 2000 Pontiac Piranha.
Because 1978 Chevrolet Camaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Piranha, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Piranha. (203 Nm). This means 1978 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Piranha.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chevrolet Camaro | 2000 Pontiac Piranha | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Camaro | Piranha |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |
