2008 Toyota Camry vs. 1984 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Camry (155 HP) has 88 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Carina. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Camry weights approximately 252 kg more than 1984 Toyota Carina. 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 (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Carina. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Camry | 1984 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Camry | Carina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
