1969 Ford Capri vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1993 Toyota Corolla is newer by 24 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Capri (86 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 81 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, 1993 Toyota Corolla, 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 (141 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (131 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Capri | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1700 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2470 mm |
