1986 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2006 Lexus IS
To start off, 2006 Lexus IS is newer by 20 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, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 65 kg more than 2006 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Chevrolet Camaro | 2006 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
| Model | Camaro | IS |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5040 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2680 mm |
