1971 Ford Capri vs. 2001 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2001 Toyota Previa is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,637 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Previa (160 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1971 Ford Capri. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Previa weights approximately 463 kg more than 1971 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Previa, 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, 1971 Ford Capri (224 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Previa. (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Ford Capri | 2001 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Capri | Previa |
Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2637 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.1 mm | 96 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2900 mm |