2008 Chevrolet Vivant vs. 1991 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Vivant is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Camry would be higher. Both 2008 Chevrolet Vivant and 1991 Toyota Camry are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Vivant (119 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Camry. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Vivant should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Vivant weights approximately 100 kg more than 1991 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2008 Chevrolet Vivant (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Camry. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Vivant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Vivant | 1991 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Vivant | Camry |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1306 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
