1982 Toyota Camry vs. 2013 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2013 Ford Taurus is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Taurus (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Camry. (106 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Taurus weights approximately 873 kg more than 1982 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford Taurus is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Taurus will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Ford Taurus (475 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Camry. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Toyota Camry | 2013 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Toyota | Ford |
Model | Camry | Taurus |
Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1973 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2177 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2868 mm |