1971 Ford 17 vs. 1987 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1987 Toyota Camry is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford 17 would be higher. At 2,507 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Camry (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1971 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Camry weights approximately 205 kg more than 1971 Ford 17. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Ford 17 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 1971 Ford 17. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Toyota Camry (206 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford 17. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford 17 | 1987 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | 17 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 70 L |
