1986 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1967 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 2,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro (89 HP) has 36 more horse power than 1967 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1967 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, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Chevrolet Camaro | 1967 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Camaro | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| 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 | 2520 mm |
