1984 Toyota Camry vs. 2013 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayman is newer by 29 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 3,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayman (325 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 215 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 2013 Porsche Cayman 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 2013 Porsche Cayman. 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, 2013 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Camry. (143 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Toyota Camry | 2013 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Toyota | Porsche |
| Model | Camry | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1832 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4347 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2415 mm |
