2009 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 1984 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 25 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 7 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Kalos. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Camry weights approximately 10 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Kalos. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Kalos. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Kalos | 1984 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Kalos | Camry |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 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 | 1070 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2610 mm |
