1984 Toyota Camry vs. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro is newer by 20 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 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro (382 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 578 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.
Because 2004 Vauxhall Monaro 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 2004 Vauxhall Monaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro (510 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Camry. (143 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Toyota Camry | 2004 Vauxhall Monaro | |
| Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
| Model | Camry | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1832 cc | 5664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1658 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2800 mm |
