1986 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2008 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2008 Saturn Vue 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 21 more horse power than 2008 Saturn Vue. (169 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2008 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saturn Vue weights approximately 165 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 Saturn Vue, 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 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saturn Vue. (219 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Chevrolet Camaro | 2008 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Chevrolet | Saturn |
Model | Camaro | Vue |
Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5040 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 386 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2710 mm |