1987 Toyota Camry vs. 2011 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2011 Ford Fiesta is newer by 24 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Fiesta (120 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Camry. (119 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Camry weights approximately 85 kg more than 2011 Ford Fiesta.
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, 1987 Toyota Camry (174 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Toyota Camry | 2011 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Camry | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4067 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1697 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2489 mm |
