1984 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2012 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2012 Toyota Corolla is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 2,473 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Camaro. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 1984 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 1984 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1984 Chevrolet Camaro (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Corolla. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Chevrolet Camaro | 2012 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Camaro | Corolla |
Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2473 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 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 Length | 4880 mm | 4572 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1763 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2601 mm |