2000 Kia Clarus vs. 1986 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2000 Kia Clarus is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Clarus (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Camry. (119 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Clarus should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Camry weights approximately 90 kg more than 2000 Kia Clarus.
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, 1986 Toyota Camry (174 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Clarus. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Clarus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Clarus | 1986 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Clarus | Camry |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
