1982 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2012 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2012 Dacia Duster is newer by 30 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 2,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dacia Duster (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dacia Duster should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 1982 Chevrolet Camaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Dacia Duster, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Camaro | 2012 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dacia |
| Model | Camaro | Duster |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1822 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2673 mm |
