1984 Toyota Camry vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Toyota Corolla is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Corolla (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 280 kg more than 1984 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, 1997 Toyota Corolla (150 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Camry. (143 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Toyota Camry | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Camry | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1832 cc | 1760 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
