1997 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1998 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,391 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 160 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, both vehicles can yield 271 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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1997 Chevrolet Camaro | 1998 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Camaro | Camaro |
Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3391 cc | 3349 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1413 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |