1983 Toyota Camry vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touran 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 1,967 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touran (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Camry. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 428 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touran (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Camry. (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Camry | Touran |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 95.5 mm |
| 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 | 1558 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 |
