1989 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1971 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volkswagen 1600 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 232 more horse power than 1971 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1971 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, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (376 Nm) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm). This means 1989 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Camaro | 1971 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Camaro | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4295 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2520 mm |
