1988 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2011 Toyota Tundra

To start off, 2011 Toyota Tundra is newer by 23 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota Tundra (545 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Chevrolet Camaro 2011 Toyota Tundra
Make Chevrolet Toyota
Model Camaro Tundra
Year Released 1988 2011
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2835 cc 5663 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 133 HP 381 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 223 Nm 545 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 5820 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 2040 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 3710 mm


 

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