1999 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1970 Renault 8
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Renault 8 would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1970 Renault 8. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1970 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 770 kg more than 1970 Renault 8. 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.
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1999 Chevrolet Camaro | 1970 Renault 8 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Camaro | 8 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1107 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |