1979 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2002 Toyota Will

To start off, 2002 Toyota Will is newer by 23 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 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Will (200 HP) has 90 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. (110 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Will should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 565 kg more than 2002 Toyota Will.

Because 1979 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 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Will, 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, 2002 Toyota Will (298 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. (252 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota Will will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. 2002 Toyota Will has automatic transmission and 1979 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 1979 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Will will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1979 Chevrolet Camaro 2002 Toyota Will
Make Chevrolet Toyota
Model Camaro Will
Year Released 1979 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4097 cc 1297 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 110 HP 200 HP
Torque 252 Nm 298 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1555 kg 990 kg
Vehicle Length 4780 mm 3700 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1540 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2380 mm


 

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