1969 Ford Capri vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1988 Toyota Carina is newer by 19 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Carina (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Carina weights approximately 105 kg more than 1969 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Toyota Carina, 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, 1988 Toyota Carina (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ford Capri | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Capri | Carina |
Year Released | 1969 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.9 mm | 70 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2530 mm |