2005 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 1982 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Equinox (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Camry. (106 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 613 kg more than 1982 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Equinox is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Equinox will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Equinox (285 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Camry. (166 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Equinox | 1982 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Equinox | Camry |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1713 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2610 mm |
