1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1999 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1999 Toyota Celica is newer by 3 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 29 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Celica. (129 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 273 kg more than 1999 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 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 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Celica, 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, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Celica. (171 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Camaro | 1999 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Camaro | Celica |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3349 cc | 1832 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 91.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |