2008 Acura RL vs. 1977 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2008 Acura RL is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1977 Chevrolet Camaro. (165 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1977 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 10 kg more than 2008 Acura RL.
Because 2008 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura RL will offer significantly more control. 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, 1977 Chevrolet Camaro (358 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura RL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1977 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura RL | 1977 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | RL | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2760 mm |
