1978 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2005 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avalon is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Avalon (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Camaro. (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1978 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 96 kg more than 1978 Chevrolet Camaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avalon, 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, 1978 Chevrolet Camaro (358 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Avalon. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Chevrolet Camaro | 2005 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Camaro | Avalon |
Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 358 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1681 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |