1982 Toyota Camry vs. 1999 Venturi 400
To start off, 1999 Venturi 400 is newer by 17 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Camry. (106 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Venturi 400 weights approximately 50 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 1999 Venturi 400 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 1999 Venturi 400. 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, 1999 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Camry. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Toyota Camry | 1999 Venturi 400 | |
| Make | Toyota | Venturi |
| Model | Camry | 400 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2500 mm |
