1985 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1986 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1986 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 2,833 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Camaro (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1986 Suzuki Samurai. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1986 Suzuki Samurai.
Because 1986 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Suzuki Samurai 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, 1985 Chevrolet Camaro (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Camaro | 1986 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Camaro | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2833 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2040 mm |
