1979 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2004 Chrysler Sebring
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Sebring is newer by 25 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Sebring (200 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 131 kg more than 2004 Chrysler Sebring.
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, 2004 Chrysler Sebring, 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 (358 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler Sebring. (278 Nm). This means 1979 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Camaro | 2004 Chrysler Sebring | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Camaro | Sebring |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1454 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
