1993 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2012 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Equus is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Equus (429 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Camaro. (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 622 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 2012 Hyundai Equus (509 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet Camaro. (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet Camaro. 2012 Hyundai Equus has automatic transmission and 1993 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 1993 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Hyundai Equus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Camaro | 2012 Hyundai Equus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Camaro | Equus |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 429 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 2035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5159 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3045 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 77 L |
