1986 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1972 Chevrolet DeVille
To start off, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet DeVille would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet DeVille (233 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet DeVille should accelerate faster than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 1972 Chevrolet DeVille (495 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Chevrolet Camaro | 1972 Chevrolet DeVille | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Camaro | DeVille |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 5732 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2900 mm |
