1986 Toyota Camry vs. 2011 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2011 Ford Falcon is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Falcon (265 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Falcon weights approximately 677 kg more than 1986 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Ford Falcon 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 2011 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 2011 Ford Falcon (409 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Camry. (143 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Toyota Camry | 2011 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Toyota | Ford |
Model | Camry | Falcon |
Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1832 cc | 3983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 409 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 99.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | LPG |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1757 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4955 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1868 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2838 mm |