1972 Chevrolet Biscayne vs. 2002 Toyota Camry

To start off, 2002 Toyota Camry is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Camry (160 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne.

Because 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne 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 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Camry, 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, 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Camry. (221 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Camry.

Compare all specifications:

1972 Chevrolet Biscayne 2002 Toyota Camry
Make Chevrolet Toyota
Model Biscayne Camry
Year Released 1972 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4097 cc 2446 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 110 HP 160 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 221 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.5:1 9.6:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 5590 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 3090 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 87 L 65 L


 

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