1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe

To start off, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 14 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 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (435 HP) has 260 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe. (175 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 486 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro.

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, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe, 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 (576 Nm) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe. (229 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Chevrolet Camaro 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe
Make Chevrolet Hyundai
Model Camaro Santa Fe
Year Released 1996 2010
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6276 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 1 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 435 HP 175 HP
Torque 576 Nm 229 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1187 kg 1673 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 4676 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1725 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2700 mm


 

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