1989 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna

To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. (238 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro.

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, 2012 Toyota Sienna, 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Sienna.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Chevrolet Camaro 2012 Toyota Sienna
Make Chevrolet Toyota
Model Camaro Sienna
Year Released 1989 2012
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5735 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 238 HP 266 HP
Engine RPM 4300 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 467 Nm 332 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 5085 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1984 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 3030 mm


 

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