1986 Toyota Supra vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Supra. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Supra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 754 kg more than 1986 Toyota Supra. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Supra. (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Supra. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1986 Toyota Supra has manual transmission. 1986 Toyota Supra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Toyota Supra | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Supra | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 254 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1557 kg | 2311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 98 L |
