2004 Acura RSX vs. 1998 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2004 Acura RSX is newer by 6 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, 2004 Acura RSX (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Camry. (126 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Camry weights approximately 153 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Acura RSX (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Camry. (188 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura RSX | 1998 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | RSX | Camry |
Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |