1988 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2012 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2012 Dodge Durango is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Durango (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Durango (528 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chevrolet Camaro | 2012 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Camaro | Durango |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2835 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5150 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 528 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3043 mm |