1988 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2006 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 18 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, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 65 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Camaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chevrolet Camaro | 2006 Hyundai Tiburon | |
Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
Model | Camaro | Tiburon |
Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5012 cc | 2653 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 75 mm |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |