1988 Toyota Camry vs. 2011 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2011 Ford Expedition is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1252 kg more than 1988 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Ford Expedition is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Camry. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Toyota Camry | 2011 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Camry | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1830 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2502 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3023 mm |
