1997 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2005 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall VX220 is newer by 8 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 648 kg more than 2005 Vauxhall VX220.
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, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (468 Nm) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall VX220. (203 Nm). This means 1997 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall VX220.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Camaro | 2005 Vauxhall VX220 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Vauxhall |
Model | Camaro | VX220 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 145 HP |
Torque | 468 Nm | 203 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2340 mm |