2010 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1982 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Soarer. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Soarer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 535 kg more than 1982 Toyota Soarer. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Soarer. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Soarer. 1982 Toyota Soarer has automatic transmission and 2010 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 2010 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Toyota Soarer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Chevrolet Camaro | 1982 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Camaro | Soarer |
Year Released | 2010 | 1982 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 304 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4836 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1918 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1377 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2852 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |