1991 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2012 Seat Altea
To start off, 2012 Seat Altea is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2012 Seat Altea. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2012 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 206 kg more than 2012 Seat Altea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 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 1991 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Seat Altea, 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, 2012 Seat Altea (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Camaro. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Chevrolet Camaro | 2012 Seat Altea | |
Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
Model | Camaro | Altea |
Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |