1999 Ford O21 C vs. 1986 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1999 Ford O21 C is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford O21 C (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford O21 C should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford O21 C weights approximately 48 kg more than 1986 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Ford O21 C (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Camry. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Ford O21 C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford O21 C | 1986 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | O21 C | Camry |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2610 mm |
