1982 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 27 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 4,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Forester (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. (163 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Forester. (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Chevrolet Camaro | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Camaro | Forester |
Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4995 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |