2004 Ford Expedition vs. 1984 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1414 kg more than 1984 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (475 Nm) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Camry. (143 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 1984 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Expedition | Camry |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5406 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2494 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2610 mm |
