1990 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2007 Saturn ION
To start off, 2007 Saturn ION is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,133 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saturn ION (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Camaro. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saturn ION should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 71 kg more than 2007 Saturn ION.
Because 1990 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 1990 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Saturn ION, 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, 1990 Chevrolet Camaro (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Saturn ION. (203 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Chevrolet Camaro | 2007 Saturn ION | |
Make | Chevrolet | Saturn |
Model | Camaro | ION |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3133 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 94.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 49 L |