1995 Saturn SL vs. 1987 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1995 Saturn SL is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Saturn SL (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Camry. (83 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Saturn SL should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Camry weights approximately 215 kg more than 1995 Saturn SL.
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, 1987 Toyota Camry (164 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Saturn SL. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Saturn SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Saturn SL | 1987 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Saturn | Toyota |
| Model | SL | Camry |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
