1992 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2012 Kia Venga

To start off, 2012 Kia Venga is newer by 20 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Camaro (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2012 Kia Venga. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 57 kg more than 2012 Kia Venga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1992 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 1992 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Venga, 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, 1992 Chevrolet Camaro (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Venga. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Venga.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Chevrolet Camaro 2012 Kia Venga
Make Chevrolet Kia
Model Camaro Venga
Year Released 1992 2012
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3135 cc 1591 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 138 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 244 Nm 156 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 74 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 85.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.3:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1400 kg 1343 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 48 L


 

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