1983 Toyota Corolla vs. 1989 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1989 Toyota Camry is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Camry (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Camry weights approximately 410 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1989 Toyota Camry (142 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Toyota Corolla | 1989 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | Camry |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1293 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
