1989 Toyota Camry vs. 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,461 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle (109 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 390 kg more than 1989 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle (190 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Camry. (142 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Toyota Camry | 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Camry | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1640 kg |
