1985 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1997 Kia Potentia
To start off, 1997 Kia Potentia is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Kia Potentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Kia Potentia (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1985 Chevrolet Camaro. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Potentia should accelerate faster than 1985 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 1997 Kia Potentia (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Chevrolet Camaro. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Potentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Chevrolet Camaro | 1997 Kia Potentia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Camaro | Potentia |
Year Released | 1985 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2474 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |