1982 Toyota Camry vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 31 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Camry. (106 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 514 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 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 2013 Toyota Tacoma. 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Camry. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Toyota Camry | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Camry | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3246 mm |
