2000 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1970 TVR Vixen
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 TVR Vixen would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro (191 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1970 TVR Vixen. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1970 TVR Vixen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 803 kg more than 1970 TVR Vixen. 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, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 TVR Vixen. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Camaro | 1970 TVR Vixen | |
Make | Chevrolet | TVR |
Model | Camaro | Vixen |
Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 787 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2290 mm |