1987 Ford Fiesta vs. 1988 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1988 Toyota Camry is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Camry (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1987 Ford Fiesta. (44 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Camry weights approximately 415 kg more than 1987 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, 1988 Toyota Camry (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Fiesta | 1988 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fiesta | Camry |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2610 mm |
