1989 Toyota Camry vs. 1982 Toyota Tercel
To start off, 1989 Toyota Camry is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Tercel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Tercel would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Camry (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Tercel. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Tercel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Camry weights approximately 470 kg more than 1982 Toyota Tercel. 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, 1989 Toyota Camry (142 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Tercel. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Tercel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Toyota Camry | 1982 Toyota Tercel | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Camry | Tercel |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 76.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2440 mm |
