1990 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,133 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Camaro (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 30 kg more than 1990 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 1990 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 1990 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1990 Chevrolet Camaro (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Corolla. 2006 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1990 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 1990 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Chevrolet Camaro | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Camaro | Corolla |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3133 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |