2006 Dodge Stratus vs. 1982 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Dodge Stratus is newer by 24 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Stratus (150 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Camry. (106 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 1982 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, 2006 Dodge Stratus (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Camry. (162 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Stratus | 1982 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Stratus | Camry |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |
