2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1975 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Camaro. (144 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 507 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
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, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chevrolet Camaro. (338 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet SSR | 1975 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | SSR | Camaro |
Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 5735 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |