1987 Toyota Camry vs. 2008 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2008 Toyota Highlander is newer by 21 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 3,546 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Camry. (83 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 114 kg more than 1987 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, 2008 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Camry. (164 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Toyota Camry | 2008 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Camry | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 3546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2800 mm |
