1997 Toyota Camry vs. 1998 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1998 TVR Cerbera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 TVR Cerbera (347 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Camry. (134 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Camry weights approximately 290 kg more than 1998 TVR Cerbera.
Because 1998 TVR Cerbera 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 1998 TVR Cerbera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1998 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Camry. (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Toyota Camry | 1998 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Toyota | TVR |
| Model | Camry | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2163 cc | 4185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 347 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
