1987 Toyota Camry vs. 2012 Kia Forte
To start off, 2012 Kia Forte is newer by 25 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Camry. (83 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Camry weights approximately 29 kg more than 2012 Kia Forte.
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, 2012 Kia Forte (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Camry. (164 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Toyota Camry | 2012 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Toyota | Kia |
| Model | Camry | Forte |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2649 mm |
