1986 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 26 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 2,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Equinox is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Chevrolet Camaro | 2012 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Camaro | Equinox |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1842 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2858 mm |
