1995 Acura Legend vs. 2000 Chevrolet Camaro

To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Acura Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Acura Legend would be higher. At 3,390 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura Legend (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Camaro. (158 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura Legend weights approximately 182 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Camaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 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 2000 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend, 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, 1995 Acura Legend (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Camaro. (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Camaro. 1995 Acura Legend has automatic transmission and 2000 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 2000 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Acura Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Acura Legend 2000 Chevrolet Camaro
Make Acura Chevrolet
Model Legend Camaro
Year Released 1995 2000
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3206 cc 3390 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 200 HP 158 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 271 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 84 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1595 kg 1413 kg
Vehicle Length 4960 mm 4910 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2920 mm 2450 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 68 L


 

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