1997 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1997 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, both 1997 Chevrolet Camaro and 1997 Toyota 4Runner were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 326 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 1997 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota 4Runner 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, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (468 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota 4Runner. (295 Nm). This means 1997 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Camaro | 1997 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Camaro | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 2980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 123 HP |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 21.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
