1986 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1987 Toyota Corolla is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 2,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (66 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1986 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 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Chevrolet Camaro | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Camaro | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2440 mm |
