1984 Pontiac Phoenix vs. 2004 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2004 Toyota Camry is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Pontiac Phoenix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Pontiac Phoenix would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac Phoenix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Camry (160 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac Phoenix. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac Phoenix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Camry weights approximately 285 kg more than 1984 Pontiac Phoenix. 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, 2004 Toyota Camry (221 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Pontiac Phoenix. (181 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Pontiac Phoenix.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Pontiac Phoenix | 2004 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | Phoenix | Camry |
Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2471 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |