1991 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado

To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (192 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Camaro. (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1991 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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Camaro. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Camaro.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Chevrolet Camaro 2009 Chevrolet Silverado
Make Chevrolet Chevrolet
Model Camaro Silverado
Year Released 1991 2009
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3135 cc 4299 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 140 HP 192 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 244 Nm 260 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.3:1 9.2:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 5230 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 3030 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 98 L


 

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