1979 Chrysler 1609 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chrysler 1609. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chrysler 1609 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (420 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1979 Chrysler 1609. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1979 Chrysler 1609.
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, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (569 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chrysler 1609. (144 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chrysler 1609.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chrysler 1609 | 2013 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1609 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1811 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1377 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2852 mm |
