1987 Toyota Camry vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 22 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, 2009 Ford Focus (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Camry weights approximately 75 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus.
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, 2009 Ford Focus (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Camry. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Toyota Camry | 2009 Ford Focus | |
Make | Toyota | Ford |
Model | Camry | Focus |
Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |