2005 Toyota Camry vs. 1990 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,360 cc, 2005 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Camry (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Camry. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Camry weights approximately 285 kg more than 2005 Toyota Camry.
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, 2005 Toyota Camry (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Camry. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Camry | 1990 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Camry | Camry |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1205 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
