1985 Toyota Camry vs. 2012 Lexus LFA
To start off, 2012 Lexus LFA is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 4,800 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LFA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LFA (552 HP @ 8700 RPM) has 463 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LFA should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LFA weights approximately 400 kg more than 1985 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Lexus LFA 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 2012 Lexus LFA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 2012 Lexus LFA (479 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Camry. (143 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LFA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Toyota Camry | 2012 Lexus LFA | |
Make | Toyota | Lexus |
Model | Camry | LFA |
Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1832 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 552 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8700 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 479 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
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 | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4506 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1219 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2606 mm |