2003 Acura RSX vs. 1987 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2003 Acura RSX is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,507 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura RSX (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Camry. (158 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Camry weights approximately 58 kg more than 2003 Acura RSX.
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, 1987 Toyota Camry (206 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura RSX. (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura RSX | 1987 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | RSX | Camry |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
