1985 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg

To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 28 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1985 Chevrolet Camaro. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1985 Chevrolet Camaro.

Because 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Chevrolet Camaro. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Chevrolet Camaro.

Compare all specifications:

1985 Chevrolet Camaro 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
Make Chevrolet Volkswagen
Model Camaro Touareg
Year Released 1985 2013
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2474 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 89 HP 237 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 179 Nm 550 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear AWD
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4795 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1940 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2893 mm


 

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