1988 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2009 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2009 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 21 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, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 2009 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota RAV4 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, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Camaro | 2009 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Camaro | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
