1985 Avanti Avanti vs. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (323 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1985 Avanti Avanti. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1985 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 192 kg more than 1985 Avanti Avanti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chevrolet Camaro (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Avanti Avanti | 2012 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Avanti | Chevrolet |
Model | Avanti | Camaro |
Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 323 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1812 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4836 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1389 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2852 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 72 L |