1969 Ford Capri vs. 1987 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1987 Toyota Camry is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,550 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Capri (123 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Camry. (83 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Camry weights approximately 165 kg more than 1969 Ford Capri.
Because 1969 Ford Capri 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 1969 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1969 Ford Capri (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Camry. (164 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ford Capri | 1987 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Capri | Camry |
Year Released | 1969 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2550 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2610 mm |