1987 Toyota Camry vs. 2012 Renault Duster
To start off, 2012 Renault Duster is newer by 25 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Duster (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Camry. (83 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Duster should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Camry weights approximately 70 kg more than 2012 Renault Duster.
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, 1987 Toyota Camry (164 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Toyota Camry | 2012 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Toyota | Renault |
| Model | Camry | Duster |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2673 mm |
