1985 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1968 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1985 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 2,833 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Camaro (133 HP) has 80 more horse power than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1968 Volkswagen 1600.
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, 1985 Chevrolet Camaro (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Camaro | 1968 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Camaro | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2833 cc | 1583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
