1978 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 33 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 31 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 145 kg more than 1978 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva, 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva. (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chevrolet Camaro | 2011 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Camaro | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
