1997 Subaru SVX vs. 1987 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1997 Subaru SVX is newer by 10 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 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Subaru SVX (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Camry. (119 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Subaru SVX weights approximately 384 kg more than 1987 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Subaru SVX 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, 1997 Subaru SVX (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Camry. (174 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Subaru SVX | 1987 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | SVX | Camry |
Year Released | 1997 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3318 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1236 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |