1988 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1999 Honda HR-V
To start off, 1999 Honda HR-V is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1999 Honda HR-V. (104 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 335 kg more than 1999 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda HR-V will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Camaro | 1999 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Camaro | HR-V |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5012 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
