1980 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1968 Datsun 1800
To start off, 1980 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Datsun 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Datsun 1800 would be higher. At 4,375 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Chevrolet Camaro (123 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1968 Datsun 1800. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1968 Datsun 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 479 kg more than 1968 Datsun 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1980 Chevrolet Camaro (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Datsun 1800. (156 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Datsun 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chevrolet Camaro | 1968 Datsun 1800 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Datsun |
| Model | Camaro | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4375 cc | 1816 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
