1966 Marcos 1500 vs. 1985 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1985 Toyota Camry is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Marcos 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Marcos 1500 would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Marcos 1500 (85 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Camry. (83 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Marcos 1500 should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Camry weights approximately 460 kg more than 1966 Marcos 1500.
Because 1966 Marcos 1500 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 1966 Marcos 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Toyota Camry (164 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Marcos 1500. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Marcos 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Marcos 1500 | 1985 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Marcos | Toyota |
Model | 1500 | Camry |
Year Released | 1966 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2610 mm |