1997 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2009 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (270 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Tacoma. (237 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 134 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 2009 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2009 Toyota Tacoma 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 (420 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Tacoma. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Camaro | 2009 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Camaro | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3250 mm |
