1986 Ford Mustang vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,999 cc, 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (190 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1986 Ford Mustang. (88 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Mustang.
Because 1986 Ford Mustang 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 1986 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Toyota Camry (267 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Mustang | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mustang | Camry |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2999 cc |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2730 mm |
