1997 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager

To start off, both 1997 Chevrolet Camaro and 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (270 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 160 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro.

Because 1997 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 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager, 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, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (420 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (229 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager.

Compare all specifications:

1997 Chevrolet Camaro 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager
Make Chevrolet Chrysler
Model Camaro Grand Voyager
Year Released 1997 1997
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5733 cc 2429 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 270 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 420 Nm 229 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 3900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1550 kg 1710 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 5080 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1960 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 3040 mm


 

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