1990 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2011 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2011 Subaru Outback is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,133 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Outback (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Camaro. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Outback weights approximately 155 kg more than 1990 Chevrolet Camaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Outback 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, 1990 Chevrolet Camaro (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Outback. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Camaro | 2011 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Camaro | Outback |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3133 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
