1983 Toyota Corolla vs. 1991 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1991 Toyota Camry is newer by 8 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Corolla (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Camry. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Camry weights approximately 236 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1983 Toyota Corolla is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1991 Toyota Camry (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (143 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corolla. 1991 Toyota Camry has automatic transmission and 1983 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1983 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Toyota Corolla | 1991 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | Camry |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 89 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
