1989 Dodge Shadow vs. 2004 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2004 Toyota Camry is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Dodge Shadow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Dodge Shadow would be higher. At 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Shadow (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Camry. (157 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Shadow should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Camry weights approximately 182 kg more than 1989 Dodge Shadow.
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, 1989 Dodge Shadow (278 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Camry. (220 Nm). This means 1989 Dodge Shadow will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Shadow | 2004 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Shadow | Camry |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1288 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
