1982 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro (163 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser.

Because 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser. (188 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser.

Compare all specifications:

1982 Chevrolet Camaro 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Chevrolet Toyota
Model Camaro Land Cruiser
Year Released 1982 1988
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4995 cc 2366 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 163 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 325 Nm 188 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 94.9 mm 95 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.4 mm 86 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4070 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1920 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2320 mm