2008 Toyota Yaris vs. 1984 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris 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 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Camry (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Camry weights approximately 100 kg more than 2008 Toyota Yaris. 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, 1984 Toyota Camry (143 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Yaris | 1984 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Yaris | Camry |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
