1980 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2012 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 32 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, 2012 Hyundai Terracan (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1980 Chevrolet Camaro. (123 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1980 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 710 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.
Because 2012 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2012 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2012 Hyundai Terracan (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chevrolet Camaro. (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Chevrolet Camaro | 2012 Hyundai Terracan | |
Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
Model | Camaro | Terracan |
Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4375 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 191 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 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 | 2155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |