1997 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (160 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. (155 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 487 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser (294 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Camaro | 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Camaro | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1997 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3391 cc | 3955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2740 mm |