1998 Toyota Camry vs. 1992 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1998 Toyota Camry is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Camry (135 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Camry. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Camry weights approximately 95 kg more than 1998 Toyota Camry.
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, 1992 Toyota Camry (285 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Camry. (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Camry | 1992 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Camry | Camry |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
