1997 Ford F-250 vs. 1983 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1997 Ford F-250 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-250 (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1330 kg more than 1983 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 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, 1997 Ford F-250 (575 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Camry. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford F-250 | 1983 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | F-250 | Camry |
Year Released | 1997 | 1983 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6800 cc | 1832 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2380 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2610 mm |