1979 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2001 Toyota Altezza is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Altezza (212 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 65 kg more than 2001 Toyota Altezza.
Because 2001 Toyota Altezza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza will offer significantly more control. 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, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro (358 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Altezza. (299 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Altezza.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Chevrolet Camaro | 2001 Toyota Altezza | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Camaro | Altezza |
Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 358 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2550 mm |