1986 Ford Escort vs. 1983 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Camry (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Camry weights approximately 140 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort. 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, 1983 Toyota Camry (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1983 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Camry |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
