2005 Mazda Etude vs. 1987 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Mazda Etude is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Camry (119 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Etude. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Etude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Camry weights approximately 191 kg more than 2005 Mazda Etude. 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, 1987 Toyota Camry (174 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Etude. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Etude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Etude | 1987 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Etude | Camry |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1236 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
