1993 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Camaro (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 500 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1993 Chevrolet Camaro (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (143 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Camaro | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Camaro | Corolla |
Year Released | 1993 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3130 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2410 mm |