1987 Toyota Camry vs. 2003 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2003 Toyota Echo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Echo (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Echo should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Camry weights approximately 170 kg more than 2003 Toyota Echo.
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, 2003 Toyota Echo (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Camry. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Echo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Toyota Camry | 2003 Toyota Echo | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Camry | Echo |
Year Released | 1987 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 84.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2590 mm |