1979 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1996 Subaru Outback
To start off, 1996 Subaru Outback is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1996 Subaru Outback. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1996 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 175 kg more than 1996 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Subaru Outback 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, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro (358 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Outback. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Camaro | 1996 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Camaro | Outback |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |
