1970 Ford Capri vs. 2005 Toyota Camry

To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry is newer by 35 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, 2005 Toyota Camry (154 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1970 Ford Capri. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Capri weights approximately 118 kg more than 2005 Toyota Camry.

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, 2005 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) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Camry. (221 Nm). This means 1970 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Camry.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Ford Capri 2005 Toyota Camry
Make Ford Toyota
Model Capri Camry
Year Released 1970 2005
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2994 cc 2358 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 154 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 236 Nm 221 Nm
Engine Bore Size 93.7 mm 88 mm
Engine Stroke Size 72.4 mm 96 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.9:1 9.6:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1103 kg 985 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2790 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 70 L


 

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