1972 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Corolla (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 27 kg more than 2007 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1972 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 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1972 Chevrolet Camaro (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet Camaro | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Camaro | Corolla |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.2 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |