1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1988 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 3,349 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 403 kg more than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Suzuki Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Camaro | 1988 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Camaro | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3349 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2210 mm |
