1986 Toyota Camry vs. 2012 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2012 Toyota Prius is newer by 26 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, 2012 Toyota Prius (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Prius weights approximately 356 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, 1986 Toyota Camry (143 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Toyota Camry | 2012 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Camry | Prius |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1832 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |
