1976 Ford Taunus vs. 1983 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1983 Toyota Camry is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Taunus (106 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Camry. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Taunus should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Camry weights approximately 14 kg more than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Because 1976 Ford Taunus 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 1976 Ford Taunus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1976 Ford Taunus (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Camry. (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Taunus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Taunus | 1983 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Taunus | Camry |
Year Released | 1976 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |