1997 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1986 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,391 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (160 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Carina. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 343 kg more than 1986 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 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 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Carina, 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, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Carina. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Camaro | 1986 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Camaro | Carina |
Year Released | 1997 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3391 cc | 1832 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |