1983 Toyota Camry vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Camry. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 188 kg more than 1983 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Camry. (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Toyota Camry | 2006 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Camry | Touran |
Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |