2007 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1989 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu YRV (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Camry weights approximately 290 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu YRV.
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, 2007 Daihatsu YRV (171 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Camry. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu YRV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu YRV | 1989 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | YRV | Camry |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2610 mm |
