1970 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 222 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1970 Chevrolet Camaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 Chevrolet Camaro (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chevrolet Camaro | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Camaro | Corolla |
Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |