1968 Honda S800 vs. 1984 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1984 Toyota Camry is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Honda S800 would be higher. At 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Camry (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1968 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1968 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Camry weights approximately 336 kg more than 1968 Honda S800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Honda S800 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Honda S800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Toyota Camry (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Honda S800 | 1984 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | S800 | Camry |
Year Released | 1968 | 1984 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 1832 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2610 mm |