1987 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla

To start off, both 1987 Chevrolet Camaro and 1987 Toyota Corolla were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,835 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Camaro (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Corolla.

Because 1987 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 1987 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, 1987 Chevrolet Camaro (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Chevrolet Camaro 1987 Toyota Corolla
Make Chevrolet Toyota
Model Camaro Corolla
Year Released 1987 1987
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2835 cc 1295 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 133 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 223 Nm 103 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4000 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1660 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2440 mm


 

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