1984 Ford Fiesta vs. 1982 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1984 Ford Fiesta is newer by 2 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Camry (106 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Camry weights approximately 325 kg more than 1984 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1982 Toyota Camry (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Fiesta | 1982 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fiesta | Camry |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1117 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2610 mm |
