1987 Toyota Camry vs. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Camry. (119 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 25 kg more than 1987 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Camry. (174 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Toyota Camry | 2011 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Camry | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3210 mm |
