1978 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 5 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (160 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 65 kg more than 1978 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chevrolet Camaro | 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Camaro | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2378 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 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 | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
