2009 Toyota Prius vs. 1998 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2009 Toyota Prius is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Camry (135 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Prius. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Prius weights approximately 269 kg more than 1998 Toyota Camry.
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, 1998 Toyota Camry (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Prius. 2009 Toyota Prius has automatic transmission and 1998 Toyota Camry has manual transmission. 1998 Toyota Camry will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Prius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Prius | 1998 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Prius | Camry |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
