2002 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1982 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro (320 HP) has 216 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Cressida. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 330 kg more than 1982 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, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro (454 Nm) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Cressida. (162 Nm). This means 2002 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Camaro | 1982 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Camaro | Cressida |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2650 mm |
