1978 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano

To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 34 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Camaro. (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1978 Chevrolet Camaro.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano (440 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chevrolet Camaro. (358 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chevrolet Camaro.

Compare all specifications:

1978 Chevrolet Camaro 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano
Make Chevrolet Mercedes-Benz
Model Camaro Viano
Year Released 1978 2012
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5735 cc 2987 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 165 HP 221 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 358 Nm 440 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 5000 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1880 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 3210 mm


 

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