1979 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2006 Isuzu KB
To start off, 2006 Isuzu KB is newer by 27 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, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu KB. (126 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu KB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu KB weights approximately 289 kg more than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 2006 Isuzu KB is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu KB will offer significantly more control. 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu KB. (208 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu KB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Camaro | 2006 Isuzu KB | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
| Model | Camaro | KB |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2405 cc |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1874 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3060 mm |
