1995 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2000 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2000 Toyota Solara is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,391 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Camaro (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Solara. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Solara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 33 kg more than 2000 Toyota Solara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 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 1995 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Solara, 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, 1995 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Solara. (204 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Solara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Camaro | 2000 Toyota Solara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Camaro | Solara |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3391 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2680 mm |
