1986 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2008 Hyundai Trajet

To start off, 2008 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,040 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. (171 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 282 kg more than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro.

Because 1986 Chevrolet Camaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Trajet, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro (386 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Trajet.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Chevrolet Camaro 2008 Hyundai Trajet
Make Chevrolet Hyundai
Model Camaro Trajet
Year Released 1986 2008
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5040 cc 2656 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 190 HP 171 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 386 Nm 251 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 95 mm 86.7 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.9 mm 75 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1570 kg 1852 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4700 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1280 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2840 mm


 

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