1992 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2006 Chevrolet SSR

To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Camaro. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 322 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.

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, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet Camaro. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet Camaro.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Chevrolet Camaro 2006 Chevrolet SSR
Make Chevrolet Chevrolet
Model Camaro SSR
Year Released 1992 2006
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3135 cc 5965 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 138 HP 401 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 244 Nm 542 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 101.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 91.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.3:1 10.9:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1400 kg 1078 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 2000 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2950 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 95 L


 

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