1970 Ford Capri vs. 1999 Toyota Solara
To start off, 1999 Toyota Solara is newer by 29 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Solara (190 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1970 Ford Capri. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Solara weights approximately 357 kg more than 1970 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Toyota Solara, 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, 1999 Toyota Solara (290 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Capri. (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Capri | 1999 Toyota Solara | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Capri | Solara |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1103 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2680 mm |
