1986 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1997 Porsche 993
To start off, 1997 Porsche 993 is newer by 11 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 5,040 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 150 kg more than 1997 Porsche 993.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (386 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Porsche 993. (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Chevrolet Camaro | 1997 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Camaro | 993 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5040 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 386 Nm | 341 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2280 mm |