1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1999 Acura EL
To start off, 1999 Acura EL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (200 HP) has 73 more horse power than 1999 Acura EL. (127 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1999 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 421 kg more than 1999 Acura EL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 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 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Acura EL, 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, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Camaro | 1999 Acura EL | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Acura |
| Model | Camaro | EL |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 127 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2619 mm |
