1992 Toyota Century vs. 2008 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Camry (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Century. (153 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Century weights approximately 470 kg more than 2008 Toyota Camry.
Because 1992 Toyota Century is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Century (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Camry. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Toyota Century | 2008 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Century | Camry |
Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2780 mm |