1982 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2010 Subaru Forester

To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 28 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Forester (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro.

Because 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Forester (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro.

Compare all specifications:

1982 Chevrolet Camaro 2010 Subaru Forester
Make Chevrolet Subaru
Model Camaro Forester
Year Released 1982 2010
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2474 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 89 HP 170 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 179 Nm 230 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4559 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1781 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2616 mm


 

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