1982 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. (163 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Chevrolet Camaro | 2007 Chevrolet Lumina | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Camaro | Lumina |
Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4995 cc | 5666 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 75 L |