1990 Toyota Camry vs. 2003 Toyota Camry

To start off, 2003 Toyota Camry is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Camry (160 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Camry. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Camry weights approximately 155 kg more than 1990 Toyota Camry. 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, 2003 Toyota Camry (221 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Camry. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Camry.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Toyota Camry 2003 Toyota Camry
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Camry Camry
Year Released 1990 2003
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 2446 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 118 HP 160 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 171 Nm 221 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1205 kg 1360 kg
Vehicle Length 4510 mm 4820 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 65 L


 

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