1988 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta 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 2,835 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 1988 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 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta, 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, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Camaro | 2012 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Camaro | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4644 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1778 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2651 mm |
