1972 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1988 Subaru XT
To start off, 1988 Subaru XT is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Subaru XT (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Subaru XT should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 297 kg more than 1988 Subaru XT.
Because 1988 Subaru XT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Subaru XT 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, 1972 Chevrolet Camaro (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Subaru XT. (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Camaro | 1988 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Camaro | XT |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 67 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
