1967 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1979 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1979 Toyota Corona is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Chevrolet Camaro (276 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corona. (68 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 265 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1967 Chevrolet Camaro (481 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corona. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Chevrolet Camaro | 1979 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Camaro | Corona |
Year Released | 1967 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 481 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2530 mm |