1985 Toyota Camry vs. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 420 kg more than 1985 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 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 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (485 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Camry. (143 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Toyota Camry | 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Camry | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1832 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 485 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2850 mm |
