1978 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2005 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 27 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, 2005 Chevrolet Equinox (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Camaro. (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1978 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 128 kg more than 1978 Chevrolet Camaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2005 Chevrolet Equinox 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) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Equinox. (285 Nm). This means 1978 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chevrolet Camaro | 2005 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Camaro | Equinox |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1713 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2810 mm |
