1974 Triumph Toledo vs. 1999 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1999 Toyota Camry is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Triumph Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Triumph Toledo would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Camry (126 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1974 Triumph Toledo. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Camry weights approximately 487 kg more than 1974 Triumph Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Triumph Toledo 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 1974 Triumph Toledo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Toyota Camry (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Triumph Toledo. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Triumph Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Triumph Toledo | 1999 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Triumph | Toyota |
Model | Toledo | Camry |
Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 888 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2680 mm |