1998 Toyota Camry vs. 2010 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Atos is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 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 75 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Atos. (60 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Camry weights approximately 617 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Atos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Toyota Camry (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Atos. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Camry | 2010 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
| Model | Camry | Atos |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 798 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1530 mm |
