1982 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander

To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 31 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Highlander (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro.

Because 2013 Toyota Highlander 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, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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, 2013 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. (192 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro.

Compare all specifications:

1982 Chevrolet Camaro 2013 Toyota Highlander
Make Chevrolet Toyota
Model Camaro Highlander
Year Released 1982 2013
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2835 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 101 HP 266 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 192 Nm 336 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 4700 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 4785 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1910 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2790 mm


 

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