2007 Toyota Highlander vs. 1986 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander is newer by 21 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 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Highlander (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 275 kg more than 1986 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander will offer significantly more control. 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 Highlander (287 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Camry. (143 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Highlander | 1986 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Highlander | Camry |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3311 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |
