2000 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1982 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,324 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet SSR (300 HP) has 199 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. (101 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1982 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, 2000 Chevrolet SSR (481 Nm) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. (192 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet SSR | 1982 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | SSR | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5324 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 101 HP |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2580 mm |
