1982 Toyota Camry vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1993 Toyota Corolla is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Corolla (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Camry. (106 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Camry weights approximately 80 kg more than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1982 Toyota Camry (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Toyota Camry | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Camry | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 80.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2440 mm |
