1968 Toyota 1000 vs. 1989 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1989 Toyota Camry is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota 1000 would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Camry (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1968 Toyota 1000. (46 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Camry weights approximately 440 kg more than 1968 Toyota 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Toyota 1000 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 Toyota 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Toyota Camry (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota 1000. (65 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Toyota 1000 | 1989 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | 1000 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 991 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2610 mm |
