1969 Ford Capri vs. 1991 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1991 Toyota Camry is newer by 22 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 2,548 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Capri (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Camry. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Camry weights approximately 162 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, 1991 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 (221 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Camry. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 1991 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Capri | Camry |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2548 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
