1997 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2011 Chevrolet Camaro

To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 14 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro (323 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 222 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro.

Compare all specifications:

1997 Chevrolet Camaro 2011 Chevrolet Camaro
Make Chevrolet Chevrolet
Model Camaro Camaro
Year Released 1997 2011
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3789 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 190 HP 323 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 376 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1590 kg 1812 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4836 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1918 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1389 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2852 mm


 

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