1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 16 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 14 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. (186 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 49 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado 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 (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Camaro | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Camaro | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 186 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 72 L |
