1992 Toyota Camry vs. 1980 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 1992 Toyota Camry is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Camry (134 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Beetle. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Camry weights approximately 530 kg more than 1980 Volkswagen Beetle. 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, 1992 Toyota Camry (197 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Beetle. (86 Nm). This means 1992 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Toyota Camry | 1980 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Camry | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 1285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
