1999 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (320 HP) has 25 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 440 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado. 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, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (468 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado. (414 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1999 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 1999 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Camaro | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Camaro | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 295 HP |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3650 mm |
