1978 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2004 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 26 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 116 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Lupo. (49 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 615 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Lupo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Volkswagen Lupo, 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 @ 2400 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Lupo. (85 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chevrolet Camaro | 2004 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Camaro | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2330 mm |
