1997 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S is newer by 16 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 5,665 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 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 273 kg more than 2013 Scion FR-S.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion FR-S. (205 Nm). This means 1997 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion FR-S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Camaro | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Scion |
| Model | Camaro | FR-S |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1251 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4235 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2570 mm |
