1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1974 Daihatsu Consorte
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Daihatsu Consorte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Daihatsu Consorte would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (255 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1974 Daihatsu Consorte. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1974 Daihatsu Consorte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 887 kg more than 1974 Daihatsu Consorte. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Camaro | 1974 Daihatsu Consorte | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Camaro | Consorte |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1557 kg | 670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 43 L |
