1980 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2002 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2002 Subaru Forester is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,375 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Subaru Forester (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1980 Chevrolet Camaro. (123 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1980 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 60 kg more than 2002 Subaru Forester.
Because 2002 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1980 Chevrolet Camaro (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Chevrolet Camaro | 2002 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Camaro | Forester |
Year Released | 1980 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4375 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |