1987 Toyota Camry vs. 1999 Toyota Vitz
To start off, 1999 Toyota Vitz is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Camry (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Vitz. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Vitz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Camry weights approximately 270 kg more than 1999 Toyota Vitz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Toyota Vitz is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Vitz 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, 1987 Toyota Camry (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Vitz. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Vitz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Toyota Camry | 1999 Toyota Vitz | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Camry | Vitz |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2380 mm |
