2007 Ford Fiesta vs. 1987 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta is newer by 20 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Fiesta (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Camry. (119 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Camry weights approximately 99 kg more than 2007 Ford Fiesta.
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, 2007 Ford Fiesta (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Camry. (174 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Fiesta | 1987 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fiesta | Camry |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1137 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2610 mm |
