1979 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 33 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 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Forester (170 HP) has 60 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. (110 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 58 kg more than 2012 Subaru Forester.
Because 2012 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester 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 (252 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm). This means 1979 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Camaro | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Camaro | Forester |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2616 mm |
