1980 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2009 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 29 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, 2009 Dodge Durango (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1980 Chevrolet Camaro. (123 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1980 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 515 kg more than 1980 Chevrolet Camaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Durango. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Chevrolet Camaro | 2009 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Camaro | Durango |
Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4375 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3030 mm |