1983 Toyota Camry vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 24 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), 2007 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Camry (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 200 kg more than 1983 Toyota Camry.
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, 1983 Toyota Camry (143 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (133 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Toyota Camry | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Camry | Golf |
Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1832 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |