2006 Toyota Avensis vs. 1986 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Toyota Avensis is newer by 20 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Camry (119 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Avensis. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 280 kg more than 1986 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 Toyota Avensis (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Camry. (174 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Avensis | 1986 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Avensis | Camry |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.6:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
