1982 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2012 Subaru Tribeca

To start off, 2012 Subaru Tribeca 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 4,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. (163 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro.

Because 2012 Subaru Tribeca 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, 2012 Subaru Tribeca 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 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro.

Compare all specifications:

1982 Chevrolet Camaro 2012 Subaru Tribeca
Make Chevrolet Subaru
Model Camaro Tribeca
Year Released 1982 2012
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4995 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 163 HP 256 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 325 Nm 335 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4864 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1877 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1687 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2748 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 64 L


 

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