1976 Ford Torino vs. 1987 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1987 Toyota Camry is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,090 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Camry (119 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1976 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Torino weights approximately 414 kg more than 1987 Toyota Camry.
Because 1976 Ford Torino 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 Torino. 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, 1976 Ford Torino (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Camry. (174 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Torino | 1987 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Torino | Camry |
Year Released | 1976 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4090 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1236 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |