1982 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. (163 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Camaro | 2012 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Camaro | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4995 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1941 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2893 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 100 L |
