1978 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2005 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V 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, 1978 Chevrolet Camaro (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 276 kg more than 2005 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda HR-V 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 Honda HR-V 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 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chevrolet Camaro | 2005 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Camaro | HR-V |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1309 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |
