2007 MG TF vs. 1990 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2007 MG TF is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 MG TF (134 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Camry. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Camry weights approximately 25 kg more than 2007 MG TF.
Because 2007 MG TF 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 2007 MG TF. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Toyota Camry (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 MG TF. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 MG TF | 1990 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | MG | Toyota |
| Model | TF | Camry |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
