1985 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Toyota Camry

To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Camry. (225 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Camry weights approximately 122 kg more than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette.

Because 1985 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry, 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, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (448 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Camry. (325 Nm). This means 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Camry.

Compare all specifications:

1985 Chevrolet Corvette 2005 Toyota Camry
Make Chevrolet Toyota
Model Corvette Camry
Year Released 1985 2005
Body Type Convertible Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5733 cc 3310 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 230 HP 225 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 448 Nm 325 Nm
Engine Bore Size 101.6 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.4 mm 83 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1488 kg 1610 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1190 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2610 mm