1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2000 Hyundai Coupe

To start off, 2000 Hyundai Coupe is newer by 4 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 63 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Coupe. (137 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 270 kg more than 2000 Hyundai Coupe. 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, 2000 Hyundai Coupe, 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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Coupe. (188 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Coupe.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Chevrolet Camaro 2000 Hyundai Coupe
Make Chevrolet Hyundai
Model Camaro Coupe
Year Released 1996 2000
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 1974 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 200 HP 137 HP
Torque 305 Nm 188 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.4:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1500 kg 1230 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 4350 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2480 mm