1982 Toyota Crown vs. 1998 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1998 Toyota Camry is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Camry (126 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Crown. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Camry weights approximately 37 kg more than 1982 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Toyota Crown 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 1982 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Toyota Camry (188 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Toyota Crown | 1998 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Crown | Camry |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1338 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2680 mm |
