1969 Ford Capri vs. 2000 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2000 Toyota Avensis is newer by 31 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, 2000 Toyota Avensis (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 276 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, 2000 Toyota Avensis, 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Avensis. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 2000 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Capri | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| 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 | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
