1997 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2004 Honda City
To start off, 2004 Honda City is newer by 7 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 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 176 more horse power than 2004 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 610 kg more than 2004 Honda City. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Honda City, 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 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda City. (122 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Camaro | 2004 Honda City | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Camaro | City |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2510 mm |
