1989 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1968 Vauxhall Viva
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Vauxhall Viva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Vauxhall Viva would be higher. At 4,295 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (285 HP) has 181 more horse power than 1968 Vauxhall Viva. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1968 Vauxhall Viva.
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, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (376 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Vauxhall Viva. (159 Nm). This means 1989 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Vauxhall Viva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Camaro | 1968 Vauxhall Viva | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Vauxhall |
| Model | Camaro | Viva |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4295 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2440 mm |
