2006 Dodge Stratus vs. 1987 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Dodge Stratus is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,507 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Camry (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Stratus. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Camry weights approximately 54 kg more than 2006 Dodge Stratus. 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, 2006 Dodge Stratus (217 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Camry. (207 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Stratus | 1987 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Stratus | Camry |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 2507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
