1969 Ford Capri vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1996 Toyota Carina is newer by 27 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 35 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (107 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Carina weights approximately 101 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, 1996 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, 1969 Ford Capri (221 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (155 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ford Capri | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Capri | Carina |
Year Released | 1969 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2548 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66.8 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |