1986 Toyota Camry vs. 2004 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2004 Toyota Yaris is newer by 18 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. At 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Camry (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 40 kg more than 1986 Toyota Camry.
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, 2004 Toyota Yaris (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Camry. (143 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Toyota Camry | 2004 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Camry | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1832 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
