1987 Toyota Camry vs. 2011 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Rexton (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Camry. (83 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 745 kg more than 1987 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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 SsangYong Rexton (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Camry. (164 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Toyota Camry | 2011 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Toyota | SsangYong |
| Model | Camry | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |
