1996 Toyota Corolla vs. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (319 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 720 kg more than 1996 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 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 2013 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (377 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Corolla | 2013 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corolla | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 319 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1377 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2852 mm |
