1985 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 27 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Forester (170 HP) has 81 more horse power than 1985 Chevrolet Camaro. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1985 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 2012 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester 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 Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Chevrolet Camaro. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Chevrolet Camaro | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Camaro | Forester |
Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2474 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 170 HP |
Torque | 179 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 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 | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1781 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2616 mm |