2007 Ford Ka vs. 1987 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2007 Ford Ka 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 2,507 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Camry (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Camry weights approximately 393 kg more than 2007 Ford Ka. 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 (206 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ka. (107 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ka | 1987 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ka | Camry |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 887 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
