2005 Scion xA vs. 1985 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Scion xA is newer by 20 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 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Scion xA (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Scion xA should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Camry weights approximately 10 kg more than 2005 Scion xA.
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, 1985 Toyota Camry (143 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Scion xA. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Scion xA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Scion xA | 1985 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Scion | Toyota |
| Model | xA | Camry |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2610 mm |
