2007 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1986 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2007 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Five Hundred (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Camry.
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 Five Hundred (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Camry. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Five Hundred | 1986 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Five Hundred | Camry |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2610 mm |
