2009 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 1986 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Camry. (119 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Camry weights approximately 59 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt (203 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Camry. (174 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt | 1986 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Cobalt | Camry |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2201 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 75 L |
