1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY
To start off, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is newer by 17 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 156 more horse power than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY. (279 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY weights approximately 656 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, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY, 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 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY. (353 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY has automatic transmission and 1996 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Camaro | 2013 Dodge JOURNEY | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Camaro | JOURNEY |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 1 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 279 HP |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1843 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4888 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2127 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2890 mm |
