1992 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2011 Scion tC
To start off, 2011 Scion tC is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Scion tC (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Camaro. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 12 kg more than 2011 Scion tC.
Because 1992 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 1992 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Scion 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, 1992 Chevrolet Camaro (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Scion tC. (234 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Scion tC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Camaro | 2011 Scion tC | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Scion |
| Model | Camaro | tC |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1388 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
