2005 Toyota Camry vs. 1975 Triumph Toledo
To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Triumph Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Triumph Toledo would be higher. At 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Camry (154 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1975 Triumph Toledo. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1975 Triumph Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Camry weights approximately 100 kg more than 1975 Triumph Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Triumph Toledo 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 1975 Triumph Toledo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Toyota Camry (221 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Triumph Toledo. (95 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Triumph Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Camry | 1975 Triumph Toledo | |
| Make | Toyota | Triumph |
| Model | Camry | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2358 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
