1979 Toyota Corolla vs. 2008 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Camry (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Camry weights approximately 454 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Toyota Corolla 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 1979 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Toyota Camry (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Corolla | 2008 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | Camry |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2730 mm |
