1979 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2000 Proton Perdana
To start off, 2000 Proton Perdana is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Proton Perdana (135 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. (110 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Proton Perdana should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 310 kg more than 2000 Proton Perdana.
Because 1979 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 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Proton Perdana, 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, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro (252 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Proton Perdana. (176 Nm). This means 1979 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Proton Perdana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Camaro | 2000 Proton Perdana | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Proton |
| Model | Camaro | Perdana |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 135 HP |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2640 mm |
