1989 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1989 Chrysler TC
To start off, both 1989 Chevrolet Camaro and 1989 Chrysler TC were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (238 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1989 Chrysler TC. (176 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1989 Chrysler TC.
Because 1989 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 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Chrysler TC, 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, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chrysler TC. (271 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chrysler TC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Camaro | 1989 Chrysler TC | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Camaro | TC |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 467 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2370 mm |
