1986 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2008 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Defender 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 300 kg more than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 2008 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Defender 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, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro (386 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Land Rover Defender. (301 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Chevrolet Camaro | 2008 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
| Model | Camaro | Defender |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5040 cc | 2495 cc |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1870 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2370 mm |
