1983 Toyota Camry vs. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 29 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 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara (105 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 327 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.
Because 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara (145 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Camry. (143 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Toyota Camry | 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Toyota | Suzuki |
| Model | Camry | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1832 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2440 mm |
