2000 Suzuki Samurai vs. 1985 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,830 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Camry (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Camry weights approximately 114 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Samurai 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, 1985 Toyota Camry (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Suzuki Samurai | 1985 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Samurai | Camry |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1830 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2610 mm |
