1997 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2012 Kia Forte
To start off, 2012 Kia Forte is newer by 15 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, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2012 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 352 kg more than 2012 Kia Forte. 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, 2012 Kia Forte, 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 (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Camaro | 2012 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Camaro | Forte |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1238 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2649 mm |
