2005 Toyota Yaris vs. 1986 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 83 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Camry weights approximately 245 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
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, 1986 Toyota Camry (157 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Yaris | 1986 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Yaris | Camry |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
