1998 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 304 kg more than 1996 Toyota Carina.
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, 1996 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, 1998 Chevrolet Camaro (468 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Camaro | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Camaro | Carina |
Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 82 HP |
Torque | 468 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |