1979 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2009 Kia Venga
To start off, 2009 Kia Venga is newer by 30 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, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro (110 HP) has 21 more horse power than 2009 Kia Venga. (89 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Venga weights approximately 155 kg more than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 2009 Kia Venga, 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Venga. (220 Nm). This means 1979 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Venga.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Chevrolet Camaro | 2009 Kia Venga | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Camaro | Venga |
Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 89 HP |
Torque | 252 Nm | 220 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1710 kg |