1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Caldina is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,349 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (133 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Caldina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 51 kg more than 1998 Toyota Caldina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota Caldina 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, 1998 Toyota Caldina 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 (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (181 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Caldina. 1998 Toyota Caldina has automatic transmission and 1996 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Toyota Caldina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Camaro | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Camaro | Caldina |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3349 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1362 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
