1998 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1990 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,349 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Camaro (160 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 398 kg more than 1990 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 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 1998 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1998 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Corolla. 1990 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1998 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 1998 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Camaro | 1990 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Camaro | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3349 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2440 mm |
