1979 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1970 Datsun 1200
To start off, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Datsun 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Datsun 1200 would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1970 Datsun 1200. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1970 Datsun 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 890 kg more than 1970 Datsun 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro (358 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Datsun 1200. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Datsun 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Camaro | 1970 Datsun 1200 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Datsun |
| Model | Camaro | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2320 mm |
