1983 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2012 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2012 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Camaro. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 2012 Subaru Tribeca is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Chevrolet Camaro. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chevrolet Camaro | 2012 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Camaro | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2473 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 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 |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2748 mm |
