2005 Toyota Yaris vs. 1982 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Camry (106 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Camry weights approximately 85 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Yaris (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Camry. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Yaris | 1982 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Yaris | Camry |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1363 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2610 mm |
