1989 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (420 HP) has 135 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. (285 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1989 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, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (569 Nm) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. (376 Nm). This means 2013 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Camaro | 2013 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Camaro | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4295 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 420 HP |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.7 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1377 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2852 mm |
