1994 Toyota Camry vs. 1978 Toyota Tercel
To start off, 1994 Toyota Camry is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Tercel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Tercel would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Camry (71 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Tercel. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Tercel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Camry weights approximately 565 kg more than 1978 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, 1994 Toyota Camry (131 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Tercel. (102 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Tercel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Toyota Camry | 1978 Toyota Tercel | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Camry | Tercel |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2510 mm |
