1970 Ford Capri vs. 1988 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1988 Toyota Camry is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Capri (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Camry weights approximately 147 kg more than 1970 Ford Capri.
Because 1970 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 1970 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1970 Ford Capri (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Camry. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Capri | 1988 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Capri | Camry |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1830 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1103 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2610 mm |
