1985 Toyota Camry vs. 2012 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2012 Nissan Navara 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Camry. (83 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Navara weights approximately 862 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 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Navara will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Camry. (164 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Toyota Camry | 2012 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Camry | Navara |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
