2008 Toyota Camry vs. 1980 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Subaru Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Subaru Coupe would be higher. At 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Camry (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1980 Subaru Coupe. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1980 Subaru Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Camry weights approximately 434 kg more than 1980 Subaru Coupe. 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, 2008 Toyota Camry (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Subaru Coupe. (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Subaru Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Camry | 1980 Subaru Coupe | |
| Make | Toyota | Subaru |
| Model | Camry | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3311 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1352 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
