1979 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser (134 HP) has 24 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. (110 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 640 kg more than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser (308 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. (252 Nm). This means 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Camaro | 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Camaro | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 3979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 134 HP |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 2195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |
