1986 Talbot Solara vs. 1990 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1990 Toyota Camry is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Talbot Solara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Talbot Solara would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Camry (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Solara. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Solara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Camry weights approximately 107 kg more than 1986 Talbot Solara. 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, 1990 Toyota Camry (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Solara. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Solara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Talbot Solara | 1990 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Talbot | Toyota |
| Model | Solara | Camry |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
