1988 Toyota Camry vs. 2006 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,830 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Camry (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Lupo. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Camry weights approximately 420 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Lupo. 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, 1988 Toyota Camry (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Lupo. (140 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Toyota Camry | 2006 Volkswagen Lupo | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Camry | Lupo |
Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1830 cc | 1191 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2330 mm |