2004 Ford Expedition vs. 1985 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Camry. (83 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1277 kg more than 1985 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 four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (395 Nm) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Camry. (164 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 1985 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Expedition | Camry |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2447 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 70 L |
