1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (200 HP) has 96 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 620 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Camaro | 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Camaro | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2740 mm |
