2001 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1977 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Camaro (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Cressida. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 500 kg more than 1977 Toyota Cressida. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Chevrolet Camaro (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Cressida. (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Camaro | 1977 Toyota Cressida | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Camaro | Cressida |
Year Released | 2001 | 1977 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2600 mm |