1986 Toyota Camry vs. 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser
To start off, 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Camry would be higher. Both 1986 Toyota Camry and 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser are equipped with a 1,996 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser (151 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Camry. (119 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 90 kg more than 1986 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, 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser (188 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Camry. (174 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Toyota Camry | 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
| Make | Toyota | Chrysler |
| Model | Camry | PT Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 57 L |
