2008 Toyota Hilux vs. 1983 Toyota Camry

To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Hilux (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Camry. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 320 kg more than 1983 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Toyota Hilux is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Hilux (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Camry. (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Camry.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Toyota Hilux 1983 Toyota Camry
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Hilux Camry
Year Released 2008 1983
Body Type Pickup Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 1839 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 134 HP 72 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 182 Nm 145 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 85 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1450 kg 1130 kg
Vehicle Length 5260 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1690 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 3090 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 55 L