1992 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1974 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Camaro (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corona. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 400 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Chevrolet Camaro (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corona. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Camaro | 1974 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Camaro | Corona |
Year Released | 1992 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2510 mm |