2008 Toyota Camry vs. 1998 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Falcon (221 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Camry. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Falcon weights approximately 163 kg more than 2008 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Ford Falcon 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 1998 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1998 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Camry. (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Camry | 1998 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Camry | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3311 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1352 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |
