1986 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 2012 Dodge Ram 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, 2012 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram (552 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Chevrolet Camaro | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Camaro | Ram |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 552 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3560 mm |
