1988 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 2,835 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
Because 1988 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 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis, 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, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Camaro | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Camaro | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
