2000 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1975 Honda 145
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda 145 would be higher. At 3,390 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1975 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 493 kg more than 1975 Honda 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Honda 145, 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, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda 145. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Camaro | 1975 Honda 145 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Camaro | 145 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3390 cc | 1432 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2260 mm |
