1997 Honda Life vs. 1985 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1997 Honda Life is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Camry (83 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1997 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Camry weights approximately 380 kg more than 1997 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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, 1985 Toyota Camry (164 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Life | 1985 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Life | Camry |
Year Released | 1997 | 1985 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |