2007 Toyota Avalon vs. 1982 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avalon is newer by 25 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 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avalon (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Camry. (106 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 508 kg more than 1982 Toyota Camry. 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, 2007 Toyota Avalon (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Camry. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Avalon | 1982 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Avalon | Camry |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1608 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
