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 2,550 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Capri (123 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Avensis. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 130 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, 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 (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Avensis. (150 Nm @ 3800 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 | 2550 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
