1987 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Camry. (190 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 253 kg more than 2006 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry, 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 Corvette (454 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Camry. (267 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Corvette | Camry |
Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2999 cc |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 267 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |