1986 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1968 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volkswagen 1302. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volkswagen 1302 would be higher. At 2,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1968 Volkswagen 1302. (49 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1968 Volkswagen 1302.
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, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volkswagen 1302. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volkswagen 1302.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Chevrolet Camaro | 1968 Volkswagen 1302 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Camaro | 1302 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
