1982 Toyota Camry vs. 1970 Vauxhall Ventora
To start off, 1982 Toyota Camry is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Vauxhall Ventora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Vauxhall Ventora would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Vauxhall Ventora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Vauxhall Ventora (122 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Camry. (106 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Vauxhall Ventora should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Vauxhall Ventora weights approximately 78 kg more than 1982 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Vauxhall Ventora 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 1970 Vauxhall Ventora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1970 Vauxhall Ventora (241 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Camry. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Vauxhall Ventora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Toyota Camry | 1970 Vauxhall Ventora | |
Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
Model | Camry | Ventora |
Year Released | 1982 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 3294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1178 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2600 mm |