1988 Toyota Camry vs. 2012 Suzuki Splash
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Splash is newer by 24 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 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Splash (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Splash should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Camry weights approximately 130 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Splash.
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 (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Splash. (118 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Splash.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Toyota Camry | 2012 Suzuki Splash | |
| Make | Toyota | Suzuki |
| Model | Camry | Splash |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 74.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3715 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2360 mm |
