2009 Saturn Outlook vs. 1987 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2009 Saturn Outlook is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Outlook is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Outlook (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Camry. (158 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Outlook should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saturn Outlook weights approximately 240 kg more than 1987 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Saturn Outlook is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Outlook will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Saturn Outlook (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Camry. (207 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Outlook will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Saturn Outlook | 1987 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Saturn | Toyota |
| Model | Outlook | Camry |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 2507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.9 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2610 mm |
