2008 Saturn Aura vs. 1984 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Saturn Aura is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Saturn Aura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saturn Aura (219 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Aura should accelerate faster than 1984 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, 2008 Saturn Aura (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Camry. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Aura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Saturn Aura | 1984 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Saturn | Toyota |
| Model | Aura | Camry |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 219 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
