2005 Acura RSX vs. 1968 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2005 Acura RSX is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura RSX (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Camaro. (155 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 146 kg more than 2005 Acura RSX.
Because 1968 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 1968 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Acura RSX, 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, 1968 Chevrolet Camaro (320 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura RSX. (194 Nm). This means 1968 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura RSX | 1968 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | RSX | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 1402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
