1991 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1968 Honda S800
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Honda S800 would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1968 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1968 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 776 kg more than 1968 Honda S800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Chevrolet Camaro | 1968 Honda S800 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Camaro | S800 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1968 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5001 cc | 791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 60 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 714 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 35 L |